Hastings race days called off for immediate future, track to be reconstructed
HB Racing chair says closure is essential for the long-term future of racing in region.
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'Really bothersome': Risk of whooping cough outbreak high in Hawke's Bay
September had the highest cases of whooping cough nationally since 2017.
Inspiring Hawke’s Bay man who walked up his favourite hill every day dies aged 105
Move it or lose it: Trevor Page's attitude wowed his community and the nation.
Watch: Residents duck for cover as truck explodes on Napier street
Residents just missed as flying debris hurtled towards them during truck fire explosion.
Man assaulting woman pointed gun at bystanders, police say
Police want witnesses to come forward and say some filmed the incident.
Devices, haze and the arrival of Christ: Inside Hastings' first medical cannabis lounge
'There’s plenty of harm in Hastings already, we want to offer something reducing harm.'
'Footsteps of our tipuna': New race custodians aim to uphold IronMāori's legacy of inclusion and support
Chairperson Mike Paku said the event had gone from 'strength to strength'.
A tale of two tipples under $25: The winery that won best red, and best white
Church Road's budget bottles won big at the New World Wine Awards.
Dannevirke SH2 northbound closure: detour in place for asphalt resurfacing
Asphalt resurfacing for section of SH2 in Dannevirke.
Resilience, innovation, and excellence: Pan Pac Hawke’s Bay Business Award finalists announced
Over 200 Hawke's Bay businesses nominated by the public for region's celebration.
Suburb's supermarket revival stalls as another food provider closes down
The push to bring a supermarket back to the Hawke’s Bay suburb of Flaxmere continues.
Danielle Harper: AI is less of a help and more of a harm to the brain
OPINION: There are many examples of technology robbing us of our ingenuity.
Year-long wait for trial in Ariki Rigby murder case
Justice Karen Grau acknowledged emotions were 'very raw' for victim's family.
Changing lives: Autistic families finding friendship and acceptance together
Jill Fallowfield's children were often being left out in social situations. Not here.
Are you in the blue evacuation zone? New Hawke's Bay tsunami map revealed
Most of Waimārama, Wairoa, and even part of Whakatu must evacuate in long or strong quake.
Seawall will help protect Te Awanga surf spot, backers say
Previous attempts to regenerate beach with gravel was “throwing good money after bad”.
Community comes together to celebrate 150 years of local church
Local Havelock North Church looks back over the past 150 years of worship.
Trying out a 'phantom' race day - fashion, music and thousands of punters, with no horses
'Obviously there are some questions that have to be answered.'
The values driving Napier City Rovers up the National League ladder
Talent isn’t always enough to succeed in high-pressure situations.
Cathedral to commercial space: Public invited to share thoughts on quake-prone Napier building
'We want to welcome local people into our space to find out about the options.'
Hawke's Bay highway closed after fleeing driver smashes into vehicle and barrier
Police are at the scene and traffic diversions are in place.
Local bookworms and writer get excited for upcoming festival
Popular authors set to take the stage at the Hawke's Bay Readers and Writers Festival.
Three-hour wait on vehicle roof in river after mishap
One occupant escaped onto the roof of the vehicle after it drove into the river.
'Age is just a number': Couple in their 80s still going on motorcycle holidays
'I’ll keep going till I fall off and don’t get up.'
Surf 'n' turf: Stage set for Ōmakere coastal walk
Event for walkers and runners offers 17km challenge or shorter 13km option.
Fourty years of stories and speeches celebrated at Pania Toastmasters' birthday bash
One of Hawke's Bay's longest running Toastmasters turns 40 this year.
Napier claims third Ross Shield title in a row
Napier has won 19 tournament games in a row since the start of the 2021 competition.
Mel Parsons brings her 'ethereal and hypnotic' sound to Hawke's Bay halls
The singer recently wowed Canadian crowds and sold out her New Zealand tour.
46-year-old Hawke’s Bay man charged with trying to meet young teen girl for sex
Police say they cannot rule out identifying further victims.
Best of the Bay: What Napier residents love the most – and the least – about the ‘Art Deco Capital’
Napier mayor welcomes public feedback - the main gripes will be listened to.
From radio to motherhood: Ngaire Darby's journey to 100
Ngaire Darby, who recorded a message for King George VI at 14, is turning 100.
How Hawke’s Bay rugby has defied the New Zealand sporting credit crunch
Inside the proud provincial rugby union defying player drain and credit crunch trends.
Crafting final resting places with love
Hawke’s Bay Coffin Club is marking 10 years with an open day showcasing custom coffins.