Why Hawke's Bay households will pay more for water by 2026
Separate water bills will replace current rates bills.
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Napier man named as Canterbury river victim
A man who died after an incident in a Canterbury river has been identified.
2.2 million gone: Sheep numbers almost half what they once were in Hawke's Bay
'It’s looking like it’s going to become an industry that is not sustainable.'
Luck of the draw as Marist and Hastings collide
After a week off for King's Birthday, club rugby returned with three superb contests.
'The city deserves better': Councillor Nigel Simpson runs for Napier Mayor again
Napier let down by costly distractions and a 'long list of broken promises', he says.
Hastings Boys' High score 35 unanswered points to come back to beat arch-rivals
Napier Boys' High School were up 17-0 after 15 minutes.
'An eerie feeling': The jetboater honoured for his daring rescues in Hawke's Bay floods
Phil Bayens rescued more than 100 people and their pets from flooded homes.
Hawke's Bay architecture shines at Te Kāhui Whaihanga awards
Sustainability and resilience were key themes in this year's architectural awards.
A leaking 'taonga': $15k grant to help save school pool
Children have been learning to swim in the Clive School pool for more than 76 years.
'In disbelief': Latest Lotto millionaire bought his ticket minutes before the draw
If he hadn’t seen the Lotto sign advertising the jackpot, he would have forgotten.
‘Both sides will be hurting’: The build-up to Hawke’s Bay’s biggest school rugby game
Jason Shoemark didn't experience school rugby hype, but he knows what this weekend means.
DoC decides not to reopen popular campsite damaged by cyclone
Families used to go to Glenfalls every Christmas for a cheap holiday – now they can't.
Man charged with drugged driving over crash that killed four
The 21-year-old allegedly drove after using cannabis.
Top drop: Hawke's Bay Merlot crowned best in world at global awards
NZ wineries won three out of nine international trophies at an annual wine contest.
Rising concerns: Heavy rain and wind cause road closure, river surge
Hawke's Bay Regional Council warned of a water surge in the Ngaruroro River.
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Hundreds without power across North Island, road snowfall warnings in South Island
Meanwhile, Fire and Emergency were called to 60 incidents in the upper north.
$1m winner as First Division struck for second time in a week in Hawke's Bay
Players in both Napier and Hastings have won Lotto First Division over the past week.
On The Up: Inside the provincial football team beating big city clubs
Football success has come without dollars and big egos at Napier City Rovers.
'Unacceptable': Iwi protests sale of ancestral Kahurānaki Station
The iwi's bid to buy the 1156ha farm was unsuccessful last month.
From Maraenui to Te Papa – the community banners that caught the national museum's eye
Banners made in Napier and spotted on the streets of Wellington are now off to Te Papa.
'Really cold temperatures': Wet, windy start to winter for Hawke’s Bay
'Break out the gloves and beanies:' Weekend set to chill the Bay.
'Unjustifiable': Dyslexic children to lose 109 specialist teachers after Budget cut
'For those with severe difficulties reading or writing, there’s nothing to replace them.'
On The Up: 'A hard thing to pull off' – the argument that made three teens national champs
Hawke's Bay won the secondary school debating champs for the first time in 37 years.
Waipawa chef with global experience chooses Elephant Hill for his next menu
Conor Mertens has cooked in Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo.
Watch: Fly-through provides first glimpse of Hawke’s Bay Expressway four-lane plan
Construction is expected to begin in late 2025, subject to funding and consents.
Obituary: Former Napier deputy mayor dies, aged 92
'He was a top guy, and always showed a lot of empathy.'
'Distasteful': Last-ditch legal bid to stop crematorium beside supermarket
A crematorium in the middle of the village is a burning issue for some in Havelock North.
'Absolutely unacceptable': Police condemn speeding drivers on highway
Napier-Taupō highway traffic was constant in the first weekend of new 100km/h speed limit.
$151k for a bed - but it's not for sleeping on
'It is a very rare piece, not only for New Zealand, but also internationally.'
'We were all feeling it': Emotional tribute to slain teen at league tournament
Kaea's parents received the carved tewhatewha from the Pikiao team.
Hawks set for home game of the season despite weekend losses
The Hawks haven't beaten the Rams since 2022, apart from in a pre-season game this year.
'We are really rapt': Napier shelter secures $115k for pilot launch
A fundraising movie night and auction raised over $13,000 last month.
'An insult': King's honour recipient slams Govt abuse in care redress move
'Why put more money into a system that’s not working?', abuse in care survivor says.
82-year-old completes marathon swim for heart research fundraiser
A bit of bad weather was not going to stop Kerry Anderson.