Wise romps home in Napier, four mayors are back, shock result in Flaxmere and three regional councillors dumped
A wrap up of the winners and losers in local body elections in Hawke's Bay
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Penguin of the year: Finalists for the (second) biggest election in Napier announced
After more than 7000 votes, three penguins will battle it out for prestigious title.
Local Focus: Why the poor voter turnout
Why is voter turnout so low for local body elections? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Why the poor voter turnout?
Why is voter turnout so low for local body elections? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Napier man swaps welder for military kit in Malaysia
"Deployments are why we do what we do — it doesn't get any better than this."
Cyclist, 80, killed in Napier crash fondly remembered for her 'aroha and laughter'
It was the 13th fatal crash to occur on Hawke's Bay roads this year.
Police 'appalled' to find meth hidden under girl, 2, in vehicle search
Cut-down rifle with ammo, 100 tabs of LSD, $2500 cash also found.
As good as it gets: The Feelers to play free concert in Napier
The group will perform all their greatest hits spanning the past 20 years.
Mat Mullany: National history curriculum a positive plan
It is with a sense of cautious optimism that our national history can be told.
Mayoral candidate fuming over election 'typos'
A Napier mayoral candidate says his campaign has been seriously compromised by typos.
Letters: Candidates fire off views ahead of election day
Water and activists dominate councillors' opinions
Rugby: Favourites Hastings East issue early warning at Wakely Shield
Hastings East coach Sam Giddens reckons it was a patchy display.
KiwiBuild: Your new family home in Maraenui
These KiwiBuild homes in Maraenui might be just what you are after ...
Hapi as! Girl makes history by being picked for Ross Shield team
Hapi has yet to decide which secondary school she will attend next year.
Opinion: Intersection needs investigation
This Awatoto intersection needs reviewing, says Hawke's Bay Today editor Craig Cooper
First cruise ship arrives as Hawke's Bay starts biggest season to date
This season is set to be a major boost for the local economy with a total of $32 million.
Rugby: Fans will have to wait for Briar, Lucy show
Youngsters have rugby careers well sorted
Time for Dannevirke to sign up to the Big ShakeOut
Communities prepare for earthquakes on ShakeOut Day.
Awatoto neighbour calls for speed cut after crash
A hatchback and van appear to have collided, tipping the van on its side.
Seismic shift: Hastings property prices overtake Napier
The balance of power in the Hawke's Bay property market has officially shifted.
Rugby: Central are one win from Ross Shield
Hastings West remain unbeaten and win "Battle of Hastings"
'There could be a death': Neighbour claims basketballs could kill baby
Napier hoop saga explodes as neighbour compares basketball playing teens to "monkeys".
Tattooed diner refused entry to RSA after decade of visits
The family dined at the club's restaurant at least 3-4 times a week for many years prior.
New pool consulted on properly, says Napier City Council
Napier City Council says it consulted properly over a new Aquatic Centre.
'Robbed of their dad': Murder victim a father-of-three
The body of a man found in Bunnythorpe, near Palmerston North, has been identified.
36 flights delayed, three turned back, in air traffic radar chaos
A passenger on an Air NZ plane says he was told all flights had been grounded.
Local Focus: Crowded field for HBDHB election
The Hawke's Bay District Health Board election has a record field. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Taradale premier men help reignite cricket in Taupō
Taupō tournament provides ideal preamble to annual premier men's Twenty20 comp in Napier.
Rugby: Multi-talented Makea eyes Ross Shield glory with Hastings West
Club coach labels fullback "hot favourite" for player-of-the-tournament
Things to do in Hawke's Bay this weekend
Try your hand at golf croquet, soap-making, or Lego sessions for the whole family.
Doors opening for Napier's disability community
Councillor Maxine Boag said she felt the strategy was timely given Bill Dalton's stroke.
Pat Magill, 93, prepares for what will likely be his last Unity Walk
A feature of the walk will be a stop at Waitangi Reserve.