Ben Elton brings new show to Napier 'exploring the outer limits of human idiocy'
The comedian tackles the pitfalls of AI and human stupidity.
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Takapau puts its hand up to save rugby club
The Takapau rugby club has a history of 140 years, but was on the verge of folding.
Hawke’s Bay women take historic 100m national relay title
The depth of Hawke's Bay sprinting talent was on show at the national championships.
‘Well involved’ blaze: Person in hospital after overnight house fire
Fire crews from Napier and Hastings responded to the scene.
Huntsman spider finds new home in NZ
A breed of Huntsman spider appears to be establishing itself in Napier.
'We’ve infused the Māori humour': Hastings man given the chance to voice Lord Farquaad
'Doing it through Māori words, Māori flow and language, it's a totally different story.'
Triple treat: Cruise trio brings 5200 visitors
Scores of passengers off the three ships thronged into the Emerson St shopping precinct.
Wairoa council’s outgoing CEO praised as interim leader steps in
'He will still be in our community and we are looking forward to working with him.'
Police confirm no suspicion in Wairoa man’s death
Emergency services found him unresponsive on March 5 in Wairoa.
Planetary Healing Doctorate: Hawke’s Bay elder's global honour
'We have a responsibility to treasure this knowledge passed on to us and to share it.'
Student in custody, another in hospital after serious ‘assault’ near Napier high school
'The safety and wellbeing of our students and staff is our immediate priority.'
Pan Pac's rising electricity bill continuing to cause headaches
Pan Pac claims its main competitors in Canada have seen far lower price hikes.
Prominent liquor family buys Hawke's Bay Brewing Co brewery and neighbouring restaurant
The group says there is potential to take beloved 'Peach Bombs' and beers 'international'.
A life spent 'going towards things that everybody else is running away from'
Te Arohanui Cook is the first woman in a leadership role in brigade’s 110-year history.
‘Identified a few issues’: Super Rugby CEO addresses Fijian Drua travel problems
Super Rugby Pacific held a 'thorough review' of the issues after the Drua shared concerns.
'Best of the Bay': Hawke’s Bay couple spot gap in market for premium gift boxes
'We just want to make it easier for everyone to experience the best of Hawke’s Bay.'
'Not the time for pitching visionary projects': Councils suggest a strategic regional deal with Govt
The Cabinet plans to decide in May the first regions to progress.
Name suppression lifted for man accused of murdering Hastings father
Keith Pati had arrived in New Zealand in 2024 to find a future for his family.
‘How is this even happening?’: Probe into Fijian Drua rugby team’s hellish journey
Star player questioned if NZ or Australian team would ever have to ride in back of truck.
Eels picked away at farmer’s injured leg - now he’s healed and planning to run a Coast to Coast
Seven gruelling surgeries and a painstaking skin graft won't hold Harvey Nelson back.
High waves hit Hawke’s Bay, Napier closes viewing platform
A low pressure system east of the North Island is causing large swells.
Conflicting views on $225m water storage project in Hawke’s Bay
Bay leaders, including Kahungunu chairman Bayden Barber, are in favour of the dam study.
'When you know better, you do better': Cyclone Gabrielle survivors prepare as Alfred bears down on Queensland
Hawke’s Bay residents in Queensland say the preparation is immense compared to Gabrielle.
Would-be ram raiders of Taradale petrol station unable to get ‘anything of value’
They couldn't get the car inside, then a fog cannon went off as they smashed and grabbed.
Death in Wairoa: Police treat case as unexplained
Emergency services found him unresponsive on Lucknow St at about 4pm.
'Can’t say no to your grandma': 75-year-old convinces daughter and grandson to do an Ironman with her
'We weren’t just racing. We were creating memories as a family.'
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council wants $225m water storage facility on Ngāruroro River tributary
The cost of the feasibility study will be about $3.2m, shared by HBRC and the Government.
Wedding bells and pre-season slog for Napier City Rovers captain
Summer's been all about wedding bells and hard graft in training for inspirational leader.
Wairoa’s QRS expands into erosion protection
Quality Roading Services says it is diversifying operations amid an industry slowdown.
Gene technology bill: Hawke’s Bay apple CEO says it’s needed, but critics remain
'The only way we are going to continue to compete globally is through innovation.'
‘Short-sighted’: Mayor criticises gap in Govt’s four-year term proposal
'Over the last few years, the flip-flopping of policy direction has cost our communities.'
Road now open after car rolls on expressway bridge
One person in a moderate condition was transported to Hawke’s Bay Hospital.
Car crashes into small Napier medical centre
'This was not in any way deliberate and we are very thankful that no one was injured.'
Green-belt soils among NZ’s best but becoming ‘near impossible to farm’ – landowner
The Strawberry Patch business is closing – should a retirement village take its place?