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The roundabout way of spelling Waimarama
Most people in Hawke's Bay know where Waimarama is, but where's Wairamama?

Irish bar to pull pints and punters in Hastings next month
New Rosie O'Grady's promises an "authentic and lively Irish pub experience".

Hawke's Bay sports facility begins construction despite $5m shortfall
Councillor Keith Price says the indoor space has been a long time coming.

Hawke's Bay students set a course for orienteering champ titles
"It's not just about how fast you can run or how fast you can read a map."

Middle NZ: The meaty issue of rising food prices
Most of us try our best to buy local produce but sometimes we have no choice

Historic HB: The 'Roundhouse' toasted in later closing
The architect for the Ahuriri Tavern was Len Hoogerbrug (1929–2019).

A garden of Eden for Taradale at McLean Park
Three finals in a row - Hastings 1, Taradale 1. Who wins this Saturday?

Construction constraints delay completion of Kāinga Ora homes
Many Hastings families are facing another Christmas in motels and emergency accommodation.

Weather: Wild Saturday set to turn into a balmy Sunday
Bay one of the few regions to escape significant rains predicted for North Island.

Hawke's Bay tourism operators finalists for 100% Pure NZ Experience Awards 2021
A luxury bed and breakfast and wineries are the region's finalists for 100% Pure NZ awards

State tenant nails windows shut to protect himself from gang intimidation
Kāinga Ora says it is urgently trying to relocate a man nailing windows of his place shut.

Top guns line up for McLean Park finals
Hastings and Taradale into Maddison Trophy final

Racing: Hastings stable produces another talented jumper
A roundup of the week's racing

Cemetery database launched to stop you losing the plot
Smartphones can now lead people to graves they are searching for in Hastings.

Rotary's cocktail party heading for a sellout
The event raises funds for the Hawke's Bay Community Fitness Centre Trust.

Kids got overdue library books? Hastings Libraries drops fees
Both Hastings and Napier libraries also have school holiday programmes running.

Hawke's Bay butchery competition veteran slices into fifth national final
How fast could you break down a size 20 chicken, a whole pork leg, and a beef short loin?

'Treat it like it's Covid': Mum fighting for daughter's life as RSV soars
A Napier mum is terrified of losing her four-month-old daughter who is in ICU with RSV.

Oilfish a surprise catch for Hawke's Bay fisherman
The swordfish stayed away, but there were still bluenose, hapuka ... and an oilfish.

Napier foodbanks set to benefit from generous shoppers
"We are hoping by the time the campaign ends to get to 1000 cans."

Convoy of stolen Mazda Demios sparks night of drama in Hawke's Bay
"We have been aware of social media encouraging the taking of motor vehicles."

'We've got a problem': Wairoa mayor speaks out as town ranked third in meth use
Hawke's Bay grim meth reality: three cities are ranked above national average for use.

Shiver me timbers: Coldest night of the year in store for Hawke's Bay
Weather warning: Sub-zero temperatures are set to hit the region.

Racing: Raucous gave connections a scare before decisive win
A round up of the week's racing

Big day for the Pirates in Hawke's Bay club rugby
Last chance for semi-finals hopefuls

'Makes amalgamation look like a tea party': Bay leaders dubious about water reforms
Central Hawke's Bay Mayor Alex Walker said there could be significant cost savings.

Rick Barker voted Hawke's Bay Regional Council's new chairman
And outgoing chairman Rex Graham - "a true servant of the people" - recognised.