Napier’s freedom camping shake-up should include a site for homeless: Advocacy group
Proposed changes to the camping rules have received a wave of feedback.
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‘Empowering and therapeutic’: Award-winning musical set for Hastings
'Therapy: The Musical' will play in Hastings on March 5 and 6.
'Not funny': Mystery sign bandit alters street names into crude words
More than 30 street signs have been hit, costing the council thousands in repairs.
Wave of yellowfin tuna in Hawke's Bay as $20k fishing competition nears
'It is looking like a record number for a season ... it's a bit weird.'
$17m refurbishment milestone for Hawke’s Bay Hospital outpatients
The Puawānanga Outpatients facility's second refurbishment stage is complete.
AMI reveals Hawke’s Bay's top 10 stolen car models for 2024
Has your Nissan gone missing? Car thieves' favourite vehicles to nick are revealed.
Voices of Kahungunu exhibition at MTG links crucial events in Hawke’s Bay
'Getting whakapapa right is everything.'
Opinion: Master plan to transform Hawke’s Bay racetrack
OPINION: There will be no racing on the Hastings track for 'a long time'.
10-year-old Napier dancer wins top NZ jazz award for fourth year
Young dancer Bella Hey tops NZ jazz exams for the fourth consecutive year.
Napier’s Bella Hey wins top NZ jazz dance award for fourth year
Young dancer Bella Hey tops NZ jazz exams for the fourth consecutive year. Video / Rafaella Melo
‘Project about far more than infrastructure’ – cyclone-damaged bridge reopens
Road connection restored in Central Hawke's Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle's destruction.
Don't forget your route closures: Six60 concert needed council green light for roadblock
The Six60 concert in Hawke’s Bay has been postponed to October 25.
Police seize $57k cash, meth, stolen items in major Hawke’s Bay drug bust
Armed police were part of the operation that targeted Flaxmere, Camberley, and Pandora.
'Dreadfully Divine': Canadian brings mobile dreadlock service to NZ
Dreadlocks? Redheads get it the worst.
Closed waters as powerboats surge into the Bay
A fleet of at least 11 boats is expected, mainly from Auckland.
Warm and wet as weekend weather approaches
Weekend weather is expected to be warm, but the wet still lingers.
Marine rescue: One person dies after being taken off boat due to medical event
Coastguard, rescue helicopter, and ambulance all called to alert near Cape Kidnappers.
Seafood lovers promised “great seafood, great drinks, and great company”
Salty Palate and F.A.W.C return to Hawke's Bay for fantastic foodie events.
'We want justice for our girl': Mother seeks answers after people flee fatal crash scene
'Somebody out there knows who caused this. A simple ride turned into a nightmare.'
Central Hawke’s Bay pet owners fear long journey for care as after-hours vet hub opens in Hastings
Dedicated Hastings vet clinic 'crucial for sustainability of the veterinary profession'.
Napier council starts social housing sale process in February
The council decided against selling all its housing.
Two teens among four charged with Napier murder
Street dweller Boy Taylor was known in the Napier CBD as friendly and sometimes talkative.
Possible sightings of missing Napier siblings being investigated
Siblings Larelle and Rhyme remain missing, with loved ones concerned for their welfare.
Mystery as urn swept into Hawke’s Bay orchard found two years after cyclone
Shanae Tong saw something sticking out of the grass and realised it wasn't just debris.
Euphonium eureka moment: Talented Hawke’s Bay trio join group of NZ's top teen musicians
Hawke’s Bay talents are set to perform with the best musicians of Australasia this week.
'Future growth': New fire station for Hawke's Bay Airport
The fire station is strategically located at the southern end of airport.
Ōtāne, Meeanee, Pukehou - Aussie folk stars head for small halls
The Small Hall Sessions return in 2025 with tours by high-profile Australian artists.
Opinion: Why supply control alone won’t solve New Zealand’s methamphetamine crisis
Seizures at airports capture only 20% of incoming meth shipments.
Chefs gear up for a Hawke’s Bay meatball festival
Hawke’s Bay hosts NZ’s first meatball festival in Hastings.
‘A great social gathering’: Bridge Pā Wine Festival’s sunny success
Organisers plan the next festival for 2026, with tickets on sale mid-September.
‘Stabilised on scene’: Critical rescue after Ngāruroro River incident
A man has been left in a serious condition after boating incident on the Hawke's Bay river
'Like walking around a European art gallery': Art collector's Napier penthouse hits market
Agent says prospective buyers are so fascinated, they're spending up to an hour inside.
‘Phenomenal’ teen cheerleader died of meningitis a week after starting dream job
'She got to live her dream for one week. It was so unfairly taken from her.'
‘Feeling good’: Napier MP Katie Nimon on pregnancy and priorities
The up-and-coming National political prospect is expecting her first baby.