'If you scream, I will stab you': Kidnapper threatened girls with screwdriver
The girls were not physically hurt but were emotionally traumatised after escaping.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromHastings
Mural brightening up Hastings to Havelock North commute is award-winner
The mural is catching the eye of thousands of motorists each week along Havelock Rd.
Could fixed speed cameras return to Hawke’s Bay?
NZTA Waka Kotahi has plans to roll out more speed cameras throughout the country.
Rana's Lotto joy: In the morning she couldn't pay for fuel, by afternoon she was a millionaire
The 23-year-old wants to share her heartwarming story: 'I still think we are in a dream'.
Remembering Denis Hancock: 'He gifted our wider community by being himself'
There was a big turnout for the funeral of the push-biking, rubbish-collecting legend.
Workers to lose pay after blueberry theft - fruit likely to go to markets
It was likely the blueberries had been dispersed around the country.
Love, lockdown and livelihood: Kiwi hockey legend's Olympic journey
The Olympics are intertwined strongly throughout hockey star Shea McAleese's life
Jacinda Ardern's hens do? Former PM spotted with a dozen women
The party drew the curtains so they couldn't be seen at the boutique distillery.
'Doesn't seem very fair': Some homeowners to pay $100 more a year in HBRC rates shake-up
Farmers could get a big rates break, but there are hikes planned for urban landowners.
In-form Dannevirke show jumper poised to strike in series finale after home win
'Having started the new year like that was a relief, and a reward.'
'She was telling everyone': The moment a young woman became a millionaire
A Lotto ticket that jammed the machine, a phone call and, 10 minutes later, tears.
Waipawa's latest attraction is a 24/7 outdoor laundromat
Take it for a spin for yourself.
The great 'ginga' gathering: Redheads to unite in Hawke's Bay for night of fiery fun
The event in Hastings also pays homage to Ireland's patron saint of redheads.
Special load: Washing basket kittens saved from doomed dump as SPCA voices desexing plea
It comes as more than 3000 cats remain in the SPCA's care this summer.
Retired Hawke’s Bay judge who presided over more than 600 jury trials dies
His career of 30 years in Hawke's Bay and Gisborne was a colourful one.
In pictures: Nest Fest and Hawkes Bay Cup Regatta enjoy success over weekend
Nest Fest and the Hawke's Bay Rowing regatta dominated the weekend.
Man threatened staff with knife in attempted Hastings service station robbery
A man reportedly threatened staff with a knife at Caltex Omahu.
Holiday road toll up to 20 after woman dies in hospital days after crash
The crash happened at intersection of SH50 and Mareakakaho Rd about 1.30pm last Saturday.
'Team effort': Tropical tuna hauled aboard by family near Cape Kidnappers
Forget tuna in a can, fishers are catching them fresh - and big.
'The NZ disease': Drowning toll spurs fresh call for water-safety awareness
Water Safety New Zealand has released the 2023 drowning data.
Nest Fest Hawke’s Bay: Behind the scenes of the popular festival
A look at Nest Fest from behind the stage.
Rowers set to grace Clive River for Hawke’s Bay Cup regatta
Rowers from around the country are expected to take part.
Potts Classic athletics: Sprint queen Zoe Hobbs heads to Hastings
Sub 11-seconds sprinter heads the line-up for battle of Hastings.
What goes around comes around in special rescue story
Farmer rescued after ute runs down bank.
'I don’t want him forgotten': Details of historic Waimārama drowning emerge
Adele Mohi-McGoverin has cared for an old gravesite for 50 years.
Risible signs raise the ire — and laughter
OPINION: Gratuitous letters spark mirth and mystery.
Little-known banking 'handbrake': Insurance paid them out, then ASB said they couldn't touch it
A change to how insurance funds are paid out feels 'unfair'.
After a tough year people are ready for 2024
Hawke's Bay Today took to the street to gauge emotions ahead of 2024.
Hot, Hot, Hot for Hastings and the rest of Hawke's Bay
A few showers early, but the next days revert to hot and fine.
One person in critical condition after crash on SH50 near Hastings
Police are asking motorists to avoid SH50 and use SH2 until further notice.
'Some people at my age would put their slippers on', New Year honour's recipient says
Anthony Gray, 71, has been recognised for service to accounting and Māori business.
Fancy Like Lass rewards the diligence shown by her trainers
Hawke’s Bay jockey brought up the 350th win of her career on Fancy Like Lass.
Hastings District Council nearly $400m in debt as cyclone costs compound
All Hawke’s Bay councils are expected to set high rates increases in coming years.