Illegal dumping has been described as "significant" after big council clean-up.

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

The crosscountry elite meet each other so often they probably exchange Christmas cards.

Green Machine make it 26 victories on the trot in third-round Tui Maddison Trophy clash.

The regional council will hear oral submissions on the 2017-2018 Annual Plan today.

Mixed bag of weather promised this week for Hawke's Bay with some 19C highs.

Nearly 200 people attended two community plantings in Hawke's Bay over the weekend.

Young Kini Naholo scores five tries in emphatic victory over Palmerston North BHS.

Napier quinella enhance their winning reputation with triumph at Hawke's Bay tourney.

Organic industry wants a national standard. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Former police prosecutor represented herself in the Napier District Court.

No secret formula behind NOBM's unbeaten run, says 19-year-old loosie.

MNZM for Shortie St and Outrageous Fortune writer, ex Colenso High pupil Rachel Lang.

The weekend road toll is down from last year but 2017 is tracking higher than 2016.

A pianist who is dedicated to sharing her talent was awarded a Queen's Birthday Honour.

Rehia Hanara is 'overwhelmed' by her honour, given for her work in revitalising te reo.

A former Maori All Black has received a Queen's Birthday honour for services to Maori.

Weekend road toll sits at one after a pedestrian was hit by a car in Napier.

Intrepid travelling cat reunited with owner after bolting from removal truck last week.

David Kang Huat Lim takes the stand during his trial in the Napier District Court.

Clean-ups of road blockages from Cyclone Cook still under way on SH2 north.

Thirty-four choirs from 17 secondary schools are participating in this year's Big Sing.

Man, 21, sentenced to 11 years' jail for kicking, punching, biting and strangling partner.

Benefits from planned dam project would flow across the region, say civic leaders.

Crown is calling the last of its witnesses as the trial enters its second week.

Napier needs more affordable, long-term houses. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Isabelle Lorch may be the next young New Zealand singer to watch for.

Kingsley Sivewright says positive attitude is important for people with disabilities

The council says it won't be necessary to boil water despite bug's detection.

Napier Library will bring people from all cultures and backgrounds together.