Latest from Hawke's Bay Today

Irene van Dyk hoping to lead a Hawke's Bay renaissance at NZ's national champs

'My idea is to create a culture. I think we can upset a few teams.'

Emma Twigg still has an oar in the water - this time winning bronze for Hawke's Bay

Emma Twigg's rowing career isn't over yet as she adds another medal to collection.

'Great idea': 150 evacuation bags donated to elderly Napier residents living alone

Margaret Daukes has turned 90. A bright red bag stands out among her gifts.

Napier siege hero paramedic's 50 years of service recognised

Paramedic awarded for bravery rescued a wounded officer and a solo yachtsman at sea.

'Major deficiencies': Almost half of Hawke's Bay highways get a two-star rating

A State Highway described as a 'goat track' is among the routes needing urgent funding.

‘Poorly maintained’ CBD buildings in the sights of Wairoa council

Wairoa Mayor Craig Little: 'People want their main street to look good.'

'Poor drafting' of tenancy agreement and 'harassment' costs landlord thousands

A long tenancy dispute on a lifestyle block ended with an order for $8300 in compensation.

Health Minister intervenes to scrap free health services for some Māori and Pasifika

Health inequities have long existed between Pākehā and Māori/Pasifika communities.

CHB horse riders add their numbers to international road safety awareness ride

'A parked truck released its air brakes, causing her horse to shy on to the roadway.'

Warmer than average spring could be on the cards

Temperatures are likely to be average or above average for this time of year.

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.

Cheeky social media jabs follow Tasman's historic Ranfurly Shield win

Tasman celebrate first Ranfurly Shield win as Hawke’s Bay face playful jabs.

New highway will 'unlock the region'

The new Te Ahu a Turanga Manawatū-Tararua will be a game changer for the district.

'What's my why?' - adult learning showcased at Tararua Reap

The tutors and staff at Tararua Reap get as much as they give from their adult learners.

Wai Splash upgrade developments a work in progress

The new manager is keen to promote the benefits of exercise in the pool.

Not so express: Christian Cullen no match for champion pie-eater at Pahīatua competition

Wiremu (Moo) Wolland polished off nine pies in the allotted time of 10 minutes.

'Wholehearted' support to fund memorial upgrade

A layby with a memorial to a camp that housed Polish children is getting an upgrade.

'Looked good on paper': Apartment buyer wants $50k deposit back after development company liquidation

A court has ordered a Napier company into liquidation and one apartment owner wants out.