Hawke's Bay is the place to be for the first three days of meteorological autumn.

'Usually, shoplifters just come, take what they want, and walk away.'

Family say they will make a 'whole lot of noise' at sentencing of murderer Jimmy Heremaia.

'Mason was the type of guy who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it.'

Melissa Hannan is a mechanic on a mission to teach women basic automotive maintenance.

Sam Te Hei was one of two men who murdered Colleen Burrows in 1987.

The boy remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition after a fight in Taradale.

'Hastings has always had a reputation for being a bit ballsy. That’s how we roll.'

Two firefighters wearing incorrect safety gear suffered burns.

Charges are being considered, police say.

'I was followed through the store ... before they trespassed me at the checkout.'

Ruby Fogarty has gone from making cakes at home to owning a store in Waipukurau.

'The arrests today are a clear reminder police are committed to enforcing legislation.'

'I would like, if we find something great, to put it on the menu.'

The meters helped identify undetected leaks under houses and streets.

“They would have jumped a bit when they saw him turn up,” said one woolshed veteran.

Local businesses donated seeds and skills to support the community project.

Hastings man running for mayor has brushed off a jibe from one of his fellow councillors.

A Hawke’s Bay trial to convert woody debris into forestry roads is showing promise.

'Ink in his veins': Dedicated newsman to be farewelled in Hastings.

'Bella isn't just a pet, she’s an icon.'

A drilling rig will be used in the Tūtaekurī River as part of a study for a new bridge.

Staff have found savings, but councillors have voted to spend, Buddo says.

'We initially had a target of about 8000, and we well and truly went past that.'

The event, and the emergency that interrupted it, underline the service's importance.