Hastings District Council welcomes Napier Port chief into its water change programme.

WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT: Missing dog comes home with a gunshot wound to his face.

In her new role as District Commander Tania Kura wants to focus on family harm.

Flaxmere community leader says someone must know who's behind spate of vehicle fires.

Turley & Co report describes "bow wave of optimism" with buoyancy across all sectors.

Children suffer from constantly shifting schools. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Downpours, gales and plunging temperatures expected to hammer region from today.

Central Hawke's Bay Council has dodged a possible $600,000 fine

Mix of cold front and low-pressure system will bring winter misery this week.

AUT Millennium is coming to Hawke's Bay. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Last year the Herald spoke to Jayda Akuhata-Brown about her sporting aspirations. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

The boot of Gisborne pivot Renee Holmes proved the difference in finals clash.

Napier Boys show fighting spirit, defying odds to wear Super 8 soccer crown in Hastings.

Nearly 600 babies have been born at Hawke's Bay Hospital unit since it opened a year ago.

It was a celebration for volunteers from the Hastings' 13 rural fire forces last week.

Number and value of new dwellings more than doubled in May, says Statistics NZ.

Outdoor stalls and education seminars part of horticulture showcase in Hastings.

Inquiry panel asks for speed in addressing issues raised about Havelock North water.

Vehicle hit by car fleeing police at Omahu Rd intersection on Napier-Hastings expressway.

Napier Old Boys Marist deliver superb performance in 59-7 thrashing of Napier Technical.

Hastings Boys High School now 12 from 12 after walloping Gisborne Boys 70-0.

MYBC fitness classes start in Napier to give mums a place to exercise with children.

Delighted trophy winners say they're keeping their feet firmly on the ground.

Volunteering co-ordinator has had 28 nominations for its excellence awards.

The rate of burglaries has risen sharply in Hawke's Bay in the past few years.

Latest REINZ figures show regional growth driving national median price increase.

Opinion: Because the council got its priorities wrong 5500 people drank poisoned water.

Councillor questions gastro support fund when extent of ongoing sickness still unknown.

Woman gets ticket after two cars written off following freak collision in Hastings.

Water and pollution are shaping up to be a key issue come election time.