Hawke's Bay news
Judges praise high standards in Hawke’s Bay wine tourism at prestigious awards
Kate Radburnd named F.A.W.C! Hawke's Bay Legend 2024 for contributions to the wine sector.
How every team can win the Ranfurly Shield (except Southland)
All roads will go through Hawke’s Bay starting this weekend against the Tasman Mako.
New art springing up at Creative Arts Napier
Art has blossomed in time for spring at Creative Arts Napier's main gallery.
Napier council pushes ahead with Māori ward, refuses to accept councillor's apology
Napier has cemented its Māori ward but rejected one councillor's apology.
Shield blockbuster awaits: Magpies top of the table, but outsiders to retain the Log o' Wood
A clash of two unbeaten titans is coming to McLean Park.
'A story worth sharing': America's Cup a hit with Napier schoolkids and young sailors
Students were also able to sign their names on a special flag.
Havelock North pump track hosts accidental qualifier for world champs
Havelock North's pump track hosted a surprise qualifier for the 2024 UCI World Champs.
A tale about misfits, human and canine, and the currents of hope
A coming-of-age tale of a young man who finds purpose in the most unlikely of places.
'Very concerning': Large bird population drop in Hawke's Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle
'These endangered birds are an essential part of our coastal and freshwater ecosystems.'
Our community
Could an Ōtane 9-year-old be the NZ Warriors' biggest fan?
'There’s strong support for the Warriors, from Central Hawke’s Bay and Hawke’s Bay.'
Year 13 excellence-level artist's work on show at Hastings Art Gallery
Hastings Art Gallery Column: Jeremy Gaffaney’s works part of Top Art roadshow.
CHB: Robust debate leads to retention of Māori wards
The Government has directed councils to rescind Māori wards established after 2021.
Judge rules against Lena Duncan in ongoing animal welfare case
Lena Duncan claims search warrants were illegal and SPCA’s actions violated her rights.
New art springing up at Creative Arts Napier
Art has blossomed in time for spring at Creative Arts Napier's main gallery.
Tararua news in brief: Photo competition, sale at Woodville Animal Welfare, bee awareness
News from around the Tararua district.
Premium
Free visits to the doctor tightened for Hawke's Bay youth amid funding concerns
The programme had the potential to exacerbate the 'postcode lottery' of health care: GP.
'My horse thinks better than human beings': Road riders want Govt intervention to stop bad driving
'I’ve been trying to get insurance because I’m going to collect a car one day.'
Trapped in a metal torture tube: The horrors of 60s bus rides
OPINION: Bad bus dream reveals the struggles of travelling in uncomfortable buses.
Opinion: MTG engages with ‘key cultural events’
There is truly something for everyone at the MTG.
Shield blockbuster awaits: Magpies top of the table, but outsiders to retain the Log o' Wood
A clash of two unbeaten titans is coming to McLean Park.
Paws out, claws out: The Cat of the Year is about to be crowned in Napier
'It’s not just for bred cats - domestics and companion cats can join as well.'
Hawke's Bay Today videos
Locals on edge after man nicknamed "Waipawa Prowler" continues spate of burglaries
Security footage captures the "Waipawa Prowler" on resident's property. Video / Supplied
Waipawa butchery apprentice primed for Paris
Rhys Tamanui shows what it takes to be a cut above the rest. Video / Michaela Gower
Hawke's Bay boy with cerebral palsy walking unassisted after surgery
Seven-year-old Rocco Green needed walking aids to get around before he got Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy surgery in the US thanks to fundraising. Video / Ashlee Green
Paws out, claws out: The Cat of the Year is about to be crowned in Napier
'It’s not just for bred cats - domestics and companion cats can join as well.'
Piera Hudson hits the accelerator again, after a ski injury that took 12 months to heal
'For the first time in my life, I missed skiing.'
Napier City Rovers set lofty goals ahead of National League
Captain Jim Hoyle opens up on Napier City Rovers' National League qualification and hopes.
Spirit of promising rugby star lives on through two trophies
The rising star's life was cut short after a fall from a crane on a construction site.
Tihei Kahungunu
Tihei: Takiwātanga Wānanga held to support iwi-led approach
Takiwātanga, the Māori word for autism, is a mana-enhancing term.
Tihei: Te Kupenga Hauora Ahuriri celebrates 30 years
"Here we are, a jewel 30 years later, still serving the community.'
Tihei: Justice programme welcomes new support roles
The Apanui Justice Programme was established in 2020.
Rural news
'Good start': Post-cyclone whitebait ban over as catchers make up for lost time
The season didn't go ahead for most of last year after rāhui put in place.
$125k of funding available for Rotorua rural projects
Community encouraged to submit proposals for consideration.
Report reveals final tragic moments of boy killed by log at Gisborne beach
Oliver Shone, 11, was on holiday when he tragically was killed by a log at Waikanae Beach.
Property News from OneRoof
Car news & advice
110km/h speed limit on State Highway 1 Orewa to Warkworth to ‘unlock economic growth’
'Moving people and freight quickly and safely between regions' is the aim.
Skoda Scala and Kamiq NZ updates: the eyes have it (but a new engine too)
Skoda's baby hatch and SUV duo are looking a bit sharper now.
Now we Cross to: 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross XLS PHEV
A few choice updates are keeping the Eclipse Cross fresh in the PHEV world.
More Hawke's Bay news
Spirit of promising rugby star lives on through two trophies
The rising star's life was cut short after a fall from a crane on a construction site.
Dannevirke has wrapped up the junior rugby season for most of its players
All games were played on the number 1 ground.
Tararua Daffodil Day rakes in funding
Knitters made teddies and tissue holders, bakers produced cookies and jams.
Living in a house packed to the rafters with comics: 'I'm trying to preserve them for as long as I can'
'It’s not the money for me; it’s the art and the feel of the things.'
A young boy's life lost, amid a cop's immense bravery: 'It took me a while to get my head around that'
'I see some comfort in that we at least got him back. We tried as hard as possible.'
Full steam ahead: Bay Cities' Symphonic to transport listeners on whimsical train tour via song
The Bay Cities' Symphonic Band is ready to wow Hastings audiences.
'I stood my ground': 74-year old protester ejected from Act meeting
A crowd of about 170 people attended the meeting in Hastings.
More than 600 kids celebrate end of winter sports with unison
Unison celebrates end-of-winter sports for Hawke's Bay youth.
The science behind Dannevirke's odourless shelter of steaming cow poo
A farmer uses the manure from its 650-cow-shelter to make its own fertiliser.
$100m secured for Hawke’s Bay Expressway four-lane project
MP Katie Nimon said it was 'likely' additional Expressway bridges would be built.
CHB community adds horsepower to transport museum pieces
'We will have free entry for as long as we can.'
CHB news in brief
Two lucky Hawke’s Bay Lotto players walked away from their weekend $10,377 richer.
Runners and walkers heading to CHB for Hatuma Half Marathon
The event has a reputation for being fun, relaxed and supportive.
NZ tourist dies after balcony fall in Thailand
A Givealittle page has been set up to help bring his body home.