Home detention instead of prison for burglar who resisted joining Mongrel Mob
Judge Gordon Matenga says he will not send young burglar to jail.
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Medicinal cannabis clinic opens, doctor surprised at prescription demand
"I will be talking to somebody and they say ‘I didn’t even know this was a thing’."
Hastings woman strikes it rich with $500,000 Lotto win
The winning Strike Lotto ticket was sold from Paper Plus Hastings.
Cheers to 50 years: Napier City Rovers’ history of stars, famous wins, a future rugby international and even a ‘hex’ on the club
Rovers revealed: The supposed 'hex' and a star who went on to play against the All Blacks
More than 60 new homes for Hastings in latest Kāinga Ora project
There are plans for more than 60 new homes.
HDC helps Hastings woman open community repair space
HDC helps local Hastings women set to open a community repair space in town.
‘You lose confidence’: Family of murdered Ariki Rigby speak out
Police say investigation into murdered teen at 'sensitive stage' - but cousin frustrated.
Dumped by Manchester City: Size no problem now for Napier City Rovers signing
Premier League giants discarded rising teen - now he is plying his trade in New Zealand.
Ariki Rigby homicide: Teen's hands, feet were severed
Graphic content warning: slain teenager's sister describes chilling details.
'Joy our region needs': Free show takes audience on heart-warming adventure
The show follows a worm on its adventure to rescue its mother.
Demolition to begin on Hastings' Heretaunga House - what will replace it?
The council has revealed what the site will likely be used for in the future.
Calls intensify for wider Hawke’s Bay slash inquiry after sacking and resignation
"We still need to understand what caused the damage; how to avoid this happening again."
Stuart Nash saga: Ombudsman re-opens investigation into OIA response
The investigation will be concluded 'as soon as possible'.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Tourists 'key' to rebooting economy, council's multimillion-dollar weekly roading spend
Documents have revealed more of the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle and the recovery phase.
New Lotto millionaire plans to use winnings to aid cyclone recovery
A Hastings woman claimed a $1 million Lotto prize.
Napier City Rovers' moving gesture to Cyclone Gabrielle victims
The football team honoured victims with black armbands and on-field showings.
Cornwall Park’s large parrots won’t be returning to upgraded aviary
Community excited for Cornwall Park aviary's colourful upgrades, which are well under way.
Hawke’s Bay due for doses of cold and rain this week
Region facing cold snaps this week.
Fifty new public homes for Hawke’s Bay
Kāinga Ora is hosting three information sessions on the projects.
Hastings Gallery raises thousands for Wairoa cyclone recovery
Over four days, a group of artists raised more than thirteen thousand dollars for Wairoa.
Karamu High Student go all out in purple for a good cause
Karamu High students run their own Relay for Life after the annual event was cancelled.
Man in critical condition after Hastings motorbike crash
Two are in critical condition after separate crashes near Hastings on Friday and Saturday.
Art to raise money for Wairoa Cyclone Gabrielle recovery
Artists at Ākina Gallery donating 100 per cent of art proceeds to Wairoa cyclone relief.
Points on the road crucial as Rovers return to action
Iconic football club out to start 50th anniversary season in strong form.
Hastings’ Lotto player latest millionaire after jackpot win
After the recent devastation in Hastings, win may be welcome news for the lucky player.
Dennis O'Reilly: During Covid, Civil Defence were disconnected from the marginalised communities
We did not learn what worked during Covid and paid the Cyclone Gabrielle price
'Does not define who I am': Man with Down syndrome can't get a job
Hamish Gilbert wants prospective employers to see the value he can bring to a workplace.
Zoom call: BMXers take on NZ's best at nationals
The BMX club is proud of all 16 of their riders who gave their all at the national champs.
Motel generation: What it's like raising kids in emergency housing
Nearly half those living in emergency housing in Hawke's Bay are children.
Stuart Nash pokes fun at Cabinet demotion in social media post
Nash appears to be looking on the bright side after being told off by the PM.
Sandra Hazlehurst says support for those who need it will continue
Hastings has moved out of a state of emergency and into a state of recovery.
Game of their lives: The football heroes who refuse to quit the club they love
Former stars still serve Napier football club long after hanging up their boots.
No consents, no heating, sewage overflowing: 'Handshake' agreement leads to $33k tenancy payout
Two tenants lived in discomfort for years in a converted implement shed on an orchard.
Helping out those helping out: Generators for marae
Customer support teams have been out and about connecting with locals.