Indecency trial accused fails to turn up five days in a row
Judge discharges jury in Napier indecency trial involving eight complainants.
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In the black (and white): Magpies rugby soaring on and off the field
Cash flowing in - but rugby boss says big challenges face the code
Several fire crews battle suspicious Moteo house fire
Several fire crews are working to extinguish a well-involved Puketapu house fire.
Defendant missing as judge, jury and lawyers gather for trial
Judge hopes trial can go ahead on Wednesday after defendant's no-show.
Eric Speakman racing the clock on do-or-die European mission
The goal: qualify for the Birmingham Commonwealth Games, but time is running out.
'We cannot wait': Protesters call for end to forests on farms
About 70 people took part in the protest in Napier.
Gastro bug spreads to more childcare centres in Hastings and Napier
Health officials are urging people to practise good hand hygiene and stay home if unwell.
Arrests made for aggravated robbery and a burglary in CHB
Police have thanked community members who helped with the investigations.
Budget 2022: First-home buyer loan scheme shaken up
Big jump in some price caps for aspiring first home owners - but prices vary nationwide.
Street goes wild for native falcon
An adult kārearea was spotted in a Napier South garden recently
Maraenui to get up to 200 new homes under Kainga Ora plans
The building of the first of the new homes in the suburb could start next year.
Young speechmakers give 'very professional' showing at Lions Club speech competition
The results are in for the Lions Club speechmakers competition.
Food banks squeezed by rising prices, fewer donations
Increasing demand for Hawke's Bay charities' services as costs of living rises
Boardroom changes at Hawke's Bay Rugby Union
Shearing contractor and businessman Brendan Mahony is in his 12th year as HBRU chairman.
'Movement' of the people: Is this New Zealand's most star-studded club rugby team?
Veteran - and all-conquering - rugby team includes ex-national, Super Rugby and NPC reps
'Serious injuries' in Hastings car crash
Motorists asked to avoid Longlands where it is understood vehicle has crashed into tree.
Miniature train found in lake after mysterious theft
It wasn't known whether the train had been dumped because of public outcry.
Big field for Hawke's Bay Marathon; airport runway turned into track
"Superb" weather has been forecast for the big event.
Sewing machines replace coffee at new cafe
Helen Howard from Sustainable Napier is opening a Repair Cafe.
Taradale Rotary recognises community heroes
Taradale Rotary recognised three people with Paul Harris Fellowship awards.
'I was helping you, not my dying sister,' motorcyclist told after guilty plea
Motorcyclist changes plea on fourth day of trial, admits he caused death of fellow rider.
'Light at the end of the tunnel' as date for cruise ships' return to Napier set
Napier businesses have welcomed news that cruise ships are set to return this year.
Accused has 'no recollection' of crash that killed woman
Prosecution and defence differ on movements of motorcycles before fatal crash.
Ian MacRae Field opens as one of Hawke's Bay's greatest opens up on darkest day
All Blacks great on tough times in black jersey and latest honour for his legacy.
Bilingual kura school traffic signs unveiled in Napier
St Patrick's School one of first to welcome bilingual signs.
Murderer didn't know man he tried to blackmail had died
David Lothian was in jail for murder when he threatened a "nark", not knowing he had died.
Building relationships with tangata whenua
Most communities today could not name the hapū of Hawke's Bay.
'Rebuild ahead': Stellar winter events for Hawke's Bay tourism
With an easing of Covid restrictions, region's winter events calendar is looking hot.
Napier road reopens down on Main Street
Main St closed for seven weeks - possibly the longest closure in its 165 years.
Annual blanket drive warms up
MP Stuart Nash has teamed up with Christian Lovelink for their annual blanket drive.
Kindergarten tamariki's talents showcased in photos
The exhibit, which is also a fundraiser, is at CAN in Napier until mid-May.
Job losses at Takitimu Seafoods after $7m loss, Hastings store to shut
Company struggled through tough years impacted by Covid lockdowns.
Marewa Kindergarten's young photographers stage first exhibition
"Through the Eyes of a Child" is an exhibition of 33 photographs taken by kindy tamariki.
Young swimmers in the medals after national age group champs
Eight Hawke's Bay swimmers have broken records