'That was the finish of him': 100-year-old veteran on tough days and toasts at the end
'I was quite content to be back home.'
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Napier-Taupō Rd speed limit returns to 100km/h after public support
The 60% of submitters who wanted all of the Napier-Taupō Rd back to 100km/h will get it.
'We'd like it back': RSA trailer stolen ahead of Anzac Day
Napier RSA's boss says the trailer was empty and was used mainly for dump runs.
'True leader': Hawke's Bay's young leaders set for Youth Parliament
Chris Proctor, Neeve Smith, and Mariah Wakefield-Otene will represent Hawke's Bay.
Mystery of March 28: Why dozens of parcels sent from one region went missing at NZ Post
'NZ Post wishes to thank the Hawke’s Bay Today for bringing this issue to our attention.'
Anzac weather in Hawke's Bay: Get your thermals out for dawn parades
But temperatures will rise to 23C by Sunday in Napier and Hastings.
Teens as young as 13 in Napier perfume raids
A third burglary happened on Easter Monday.
Anzac Day commemorations: Your guide to the services planned for Hawke's Bay
More than 30 Anzac Day services will be held across Hawke’s Bay this Friday.
Cop charged with Good Friday drink-driving-related offence
The officer is on leave and has had their driver’s licence suspended for 28 days.
Consent granted: Napier-Wairoa highway realignment could start early next year
It's the most costly job ever planned on Hawke's Bay roads, but it's a vital lifeline.
Why Napier City Rovers' next match is critical for National League hopes
Frustration after Napier City Rovers fail to put away Central League strugglers.
Customs fraud: $541k Gisborne cigarette and tobacco smuggling operation exposed
Operation Apron uncovered 230,600 cigarettes, 110kg of tobacco smuggled from China.
'A lot brighter': Job programme offers hope for young workers
He joined a programme helping young people aged 18 to 24 find work.
Hundred new Kāinga Ora homes built in Napier in the past year
Out of motels into homes: Kainga Ora statistics changing lives.
Bird strike: Jets beat Hawks by 12 points
The Hawks won last Tuesday, but lost on Friday.
Shelter hopes prompted by deaths in homeless community
It's a problem that 'isn't going away'. Napier group looking for a house - and answers.
Mayor writes about Napier's tough choices
OPINION: 'Unfortunately, Napier, we can’t have it both ways.'
'Full circle': Former Wattie’s employee moves into namesake retirement village
Almost a million hours of work done to build Ryman Healthcare’s Havelock North village.
A big day for Hawke’s Bay’s ‘Mr Wool’
Hawke's Bay wool industry leaders applaud new wool deal for Government buildings.
Residents protest at rates on cyclone-affected lands
Wairoa residents see property values halved, yet face higher rates.
Homeowner's 'worst nightmare': Woman's face cut, thought she would die in knifepoint burglary
The man heard the woman sold her car for $1000 and believed she'd have cash in the house.
'Incredible' moment: Napier photographer captures award-winning cicada shot
Kirsteen Redshaw won the William C. Davies Memorial Trophy for her cicada photo.
'You either meet the standards or you don't': Driver educators urge balance in licence reform
Chris Bishop announced changes hoped to make getting a full licence easier and quicker.
Club rugby: Texans' ton celebrated without win
Two wins will be enough to secure the Texans a berth in the top six.
Driver frustration as Napier roadworks cause car damage
Rob Tranter faced delays after his van was damaged on Meeanee Rd.
Job cuts at pet food giant Ziwi, including Hawke's Bay
'It is a good bunch of people – that is the sad thing.'
Hawke's Bay Easter plans disrupted with wet and warm weather
"Napier and Hastings will be reaching up into the 25C to 26C," but rain is expected.
On the Up: Footballer on citizenship and career milestones
Stephen Hoyle's footballing career has gone full circle in New Zealand.
How a new stopbank will protect Waiohiki from future floods
The new stopbank will run from Redclyffe Bridge to Napier Golf Course.
Two charged after Napier perfume burglaries
Thieves smashed the doors. The cost of damage was much more than that of the stolen goods.
Fatal truck crash closes State Highway 2, multiple injuries
Motorists should avoid the area and expect delays.
On The Up: How a 2400km journey in a Mini transformed a Wairoa couple into heroes
The McNabbs raise over $40k for KidsCan in epic Pork Pie Charity Run.
‘That’s cowardice’: Councillor condemns gendered online threats
Hawke's Bay mayors urge respect, condemning personal attacks on social media.
On The Up: Musician with Down syndrome finds voice through transformative therapy
'Music is the most powerful thing in the world,' says Eskavan McCartney.