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.
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Napier mayor welcomes public feedback - the main gripes will be listened to.
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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.
Person in serious condition after SH2 motorcycle crash
The crash was at Tangoio, 7km north of Whirinaki.
Children from Nature Kids create art replica in sandpit
The children were intrigued by the dirt installation at Hastings Art Gallery.
Hawke’s Bay residents set to have say on public transport reforms amid ‘clear decline’
There are multiple reasons for a public transport drop-off; plans to reboot the system.
Opinion: Hastings to stage 'phantom' racing on its premier day
Opinion: Decision has angered many and will have 'devastating impact' on local racing.
Call for public to report poorly maintained fire hydrants
Fire and Emergency NZ is urging people to keep an eye on hydrants near their property.
Millions of cubic metres of silt cleared from Cyclone Gabrielle hammered sites
An award-winning silt taskforce nears major a milestone in cyclone-hit Hawke's Bay.
Stroke surviving teacher one of seven inspiring bay triathletes headed for world champs
'It’s great to be training with people that have the same mindset.'
Hawke's Bay Power Consumers Trust election results revealed
The voter turnout of 18.53% this year was lower than in 2020.
Bouncy castle protest against youth council voting rights
The mayor says 'a Youth Council member will not vote at the highest level'.
Students complete challenge of the mind and body
Flaxmere students show teamwork and determination during the Longest Day Challenge.
Dream comes true for Hawke's Bay man with major prize win
The Hawke's Bay Rescue Helicopter Lottery winner thought he was being scammed.
Magpies swap rugby boots for gumboots to help Hawke’s Bay community
Rugby stars give back to the community that supports them so much.
Leaders work towards ensuring region 'fit' to handle projected expansion
The region's population will grow – housing, roading and infrastructure are the priority.
Napier City Rovers aim high after rampant first-up National League win
Stunning start backs up Napier City Rovers' hopes of doing well in the National League.
John Tarlton talks with Louise Ward about baring his soul by publishing old love poems
'Writing love poetry is not for sissies.'
One slip and it was all over: Hawke's Bay's big race transferred to Te Rapa
When a horse slipped in Race 1 in Hastings on Saturday, it was the beginning of the end,
Meet Dan: Life-sized 'unicorn' up for auction
Dan the unicorn from Baazar Boutique is looking for a new home.
We Solve Murders – Richard Osman (Penguin, $38.00)
Author Richard Osman is at it again with another murder mystery must-read.
Cocoa crisis forces Hawke’s Bay chocolatier to raise prices
Cocoa prices hit 50-year high; Silky Oak Chocolates plans gradual price hikes.
Parking over line leads to surprise fine
Irene Soeberg didn’t know 'it was thing' to get pinged for parking over the line.
No CEO, no worries? Hawke's Bay Airport yearly results revealed
The North Island's third-busiest airport had plenty of change in its 60th year.
New classrooms at Kotemaori School ends learning from kitchen tables
The students were unable to learn on their premises after Cyclone Gabrielle.
Less power for councils, more for builders: report recommends change
'Current system is suboptimal in terms of its consistency, responsiveness.' - David Kelly
One of NZ's oldest rugby trophies on line in Waipukurau
Napier are chasing their third Ross Shield title in a row.
'Sleepless nights': Charity couple out of pocket, without answers after targeted cybercrime
The couple have been left without answers and are continually concerned for their safety.
'The place that ignited my journey': Lifestyle brand born in Bermuda makes special Hawke's Bay homecoming
Nicola Lucas remembers creating clothes for Barbie dolls as a kid in her Napier home.
'Waste of a life': Heartbroken mum's warnings after son's preventable death
Speeding driver Raymond Tairua-Gray drowned after his unsafe car crashed into a creek.
'My toes curl in embarrassment': Hastings' new signs slammed
Hastings' new sign has been criticised as projecting a 'boring, bog-awful image'.
Windy weather no worry for school runners
The weather didn’t stop a slew of committed schoolkids.