Hastings news
Treaty bill 'a childish projection': Hīkoi supporters vocal in Hawke’s Bay
Flying out the door: A Hastings store sells close to 1000 tino rangatiratanga flags.
Hastings Art Gallery exhibitions coordinator's hard work pays off for new exhibit
Mark Anderson on his experience as exhibitions coordinator at Te Whare Toi o Heretaunga.
Hastings Art Gallery audience and learning assistant Frances Martin relives childhood memories
Childhood memories given new life for Hastings Art Gallery.
End of year concert to follow spooky theme
Bay Cities' Symphonic Band to perform Nightmare before Christmas as the end of year treat.
Saddle up, rodeo is coming back to the Bay
Start planning your cowboy outfits as the national circuit rodeo makes it back to the bay.
What you need to know about HDC's adoption of the 2023/24 annual report
Hasting Mayor speaks ahead of the 2023/24 annual report adoption later this month.
Danielle Harper: AI is less of a help and more of a harm to the brain
OPINION: There are many examples of technology robbing us of our ingenuity.
Premium
'Very short notice': Napier ale house kicked out over lease dispute
'I tried to work with them to say why don’t we extend it.'
Milestone for gated hillside housing development near Hastings
The subdivision boasts 'spectacular' views atop Roy's Hill.
'Really sad': Couple's last-ditch attempt to save beloved pool with $38k of their own money fails
A Hastings couple offered almost $40k to save the pool. The council said thanks, but no.
More than 500 new homes planned for Hastings suburb
Two businessmen, a commentator and a horticulturist team up for a bold plan in Flaxmere.
Couple offer council nearly $40,000 to save beloved community pool
Monique and Richard Bradshaw want kids to have fun at an outdoor pool this summer.
Hawke’s Bay's main museum collection skyrockets in value to $43m
It is a big jump from $31m a year prior – an increase of over $12m.
Rural News
The Country Full Show: Zespri boss on predicted record returns
Jason Te Brake, Peter Newbold, Chris Russell, Jo Luxton, Mike Petersen.
Fonterra's consumer business sale and how it might look
Lack of capital for the FMCG operation is not the only reason for Fonterra's exit.
How grandad used to farm: Vintage club to host annual crank up day
The Hauraki Vintage Machinery Club showcases blast from the past.
Green-thumbed community plants 4000 natives
Marco School pupils were out on the hills, planting 4000 natives in the republic.
Butchery turns Christmas ham into hope for Gaza children
"It’s a small gesture that can have a big impact.”
Shortlist announced for 2025 Zanda McDonald Award
The shortlist of 10 young professionals from Australia and NZ has been revealed.
Lifestyle news
Colossal new Kmart for Auckland: Biggest NZ store planned
Vast new discounter to be built on greenfields site opposite Westgate Lifestyle Centre.
JLL retirement village study: population up, companies adjust growth
Most older people do not live in such villages, even with 53,000 people there now.
The solo migrant mum hoping to win NZ a Mrs Universe title
'I’m ready to stand up for New Zealand, but I need support from New Zealand.'
Car news and advice
BMW NZ reveals pricing for new 1 Series hatchback range
Range includes entry-level and more sporting-focused variants.
Kiwi prices, specification announced for Leapmotor C10 EV-SUV
Leapmotor is an EV startup - but will price will the C10 SUV start at in NZ?
Toyota Camry ZR first drive: sedan this, hybrid that
Know what's niche these days? A sedan. A Toyota Camry sedan.
OneRoof property news
Mortgage rates may not drop much despite OCR cut, experts warn
“We need that cash rate below 4% ASAP.”
Half the neighbourhood invited to auction of protester’s home
Jan Wilcox faced police batons during infamous Springbok rugby tour in the 1980s.
'Gotham City' penthouse ditches stripper pole and car bed as it aims to snag an Asian buyer
Apartment's decor has been toned down.
More local news
How Hawke’s Bay rugby has defied the New Zealand sporting credit crunch
Inside the proud provincial rugby union defying player drain and credit crunch trends.
Children from Nature Kids create art replica in sandpit
The children were intrigued by the dirt installation at Hastings Art Gallery.
Millions of cubic metres of silt cleared from Cyclone Gabrielle hammered sites
An award-winning silt taskforce nears major a milestone in cyclone-hit Hawke's Bay.
Students complete challenge of the mind and body
Flaxmere students show teamwork and determination during the Longest Day Challenge.
Magpies swap rugby boots for gumboots to help Hawke’s Bay community
Rugby stars give back to the community that supports them so much.
Leaders work towards ensuring region 'fit' to handle projected expansion
The region's population will grow – housing, roading and infrastructure are the priority.
Ross Shield teams parade in Waipukurau's main street
'This will be a fierce journey but also one of friendship.'
Popular Hawke's Bay artist puts on a meaningful exhibition at Hastings Art Gallery
Well-known New Zealand artist puts on a meaningful exhibition at Hastings Art Gallery.
Empowered choices about your body could make a difference in your 70s
A health and wellbeing expert talks about empowered choices for your future health.
Flaxmere College take out first place and bragging rights at 2024 NZ Defence Force Academy Challenge
Flaxmere College Service Academy wins big inter-academy challenge for the first time.
40 years of 'lost' poetry compiled into one book
Poetry is not for everyone, but Bruce Bisset's book of poems will get everyone thinking.
Enforcement and education: Officials' message in the wake of sobering fatal crash statistics
Transport report reveals 'large proportion' of fatal and serious crashes in 50km/h areas.
Old unwanted pillows get new life sewn into them for reuse
Pre-loved pillows headed for the dump now have a new life and new home.
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.
More than 600 kids celebrate end of winter sports with unison
Unison celebrates end-of-winter sports for Hawke's Bay youth.