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.'
Catherine Wedd: Govt invests in learning support, promises aid for students in need
OPINION: She says she's proud her Government is investing so much in supporting kids.
What you need to know about the new Manawatū Tararua Highway
Locals got a test drive over the new highway over the southern Ruahine Range.
Hawks rammed in home game against the champions
The Hawks are now struggling to earn a place in the playoffs.
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.
New Black Caps coach's home is Hawke's Bay
'Hawke's Bay and Havelock North in particular is home for me.'
'Clear and chilling message': Young wahine on our harshest political suspension
OPINION: Every New Zealander must ask: what kind of nation do we want to be?
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.
Hawke’s Bay talent on show in international sports tournaments
The region's rising stars will be in action at international events in the coming weeks.
'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.
John Jenkins: Brazilian jockey helps Hastings mare return to form
OPINION: Queiroz got the mare to settle perfectly with some reserve on the home turn.
‘Model’ Pakowhai dairy plant produced 500 bottles of milk an hour: Gail Pope
OPINION: Simple milk bottle a nod to agriculture, employment, enterprise and community.
Our 'most under-reported crime’
'If you ask a male whether they’ve been sexually abused, they’ll say no.'
Why 'reverse sensitivity' could put a golf club housing proposal into the rough
40,000 aircraft movements a year are at risk if people in the homes complain – report.
Hawke's Bay architecture shines at Te Kāhui Whaihanga awards
Sustainability and resilience were key themes in this year's architectural awards.
Nick Stewart: Diversification fortifies port in a storm
OPINION: Diversification is often called the only ‘free lunch’ you get with investment.
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.
Nick Putt reclaims Hawke's Bay Young Viticulturist title
"I’m determined to do Hawke’s Bay proud in the nationals,” Putt said.
Broken water main prompts water conservation in Waipukurau
The main broke near Coughlan Rd, affecting an unknown number of households.
'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.
Hastings District Council's Māori ward social media videos
Hastings Deputy Mayor Tania Kerr and Takitimu Māori ward councilor Ana Apatu talking about Māori wards. Video / Hastings District Council
Mayor unapologetic in face of backlash at council's Māori ward videos
'It’s no different to having rural wards,' the deputy mayor says to the camera.
‘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.
Viva the Vivaldi-free four seasons: Wyn Drabble
OPINION: Winter's the season where you can gain weight and call it insulation.
Hawke's Bay U20 basketball team shines with runner-up finish at nationals
Coach James Henare described their semi close-out as 'the longest 25 seconds of my life'.
A Kiwi, an Englishman and a Scot fly the Bay's shearing flag
The biggest winner was Matt Smith, who is now an award-winning farmer in the UK.
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.
'It’s all there to score big': Kiwi chasing heptathlon goals in Europe
Briana Stephenson is after 6000 points in a bid to compete in the world championships.