Little change for Hawke's Bay in local body elections
Editorial: The lack of quality candidates to unseat the status quo really shone through.
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Truck seriously injures pedestrian in Dannevirke
Traffic was diverted and the highway was expected to be closed for at least two hours.
Child sex offender avoids open-ended jail sentence
The child sex offender, 29, had previously been jailed and received two strike warnings.
Hawke's Bay growers dodge harsh frost but danger not over yet
Low temperatures in Hawke's Bay have kept growers on high alert for damaging frosts.
Waka Kotahi orders speed and weight limits on Fernhill Bridge
Many of Hawke's Bay's highway bridges are over 70 years old and 'need to be upgraded'.
Annual Hawke's Bay wine festival attracts big industry turnout
The Bridge Pa Wine Festival returns in January 2023 with seven wineries and local music.
Oh boy: 500 holes in Hawke's Bay roads
Roading damage 'on a scale rarely seen' could empty council's pockets.
Napier mayor admits Three Waters numbers mistake
The estimated 10-year spend for Napier under Three Waters reforms would be $469m.
On target: Striker's goal as Rovers take aim at National League opposition
Canadian import welcomed like 'family' to Napier - urges teammates to aim high.
'Have the courage': Family plea to those who know who killed Ariki Rigby
Family anger grows as a month passes in hunt for those who killed teen Ariki Rigby
Problems loom as soggy ground delays crop planting in Bay
Sunny Hawke's Bay reputation takes a dive as soggy ground creates trouble.
Local Focus: Last chance to vote as Hawke's Bay local elections turnout drops
Early predictions are that voter turnout will be lower than in previous elections.
'Out of a Kremlin hymn book': Three Waters dislike runs deep in Hawke's Bay candidates
Place where the reforms all started doesn't have a candidate that clearly supports them.
Two Napier firefighters recognised for 50 and 25 years of service
Two Napier firefighters were recognised for 50 and 25 years of service over the weekend.
How local firm helped kids with disabilities skate with confidence
Hawke's Bay company gifts custom skating rig for children with disabilities to community.
'Right side of my body was paralysed': Football player fights back from mini-stroke
Napier City Rovers star battles back from mini-stroke.
Voices young and old sing praises of Queen at Napier memorial service
The hour-long civic service at Waiapu Cathedral drew a crowd of 200.
Council tests rule out urban waterways link to mystery dog illnesses
"She was full of life the day before, and then she was on death's door really."
'Justice for Ariki': Slain teen was planning new life in Australia, relative reveals
Cousin of homicide victim Ariki Rigby believes many people know what happened to her.
'Nothing to lose': The mantra driving Rovers' return to the top flight
Making National League is a job half-done for Napier City - now they want to impress.
Local Focus: John Smith on Candidate Camera
Napier mayoral candidate John Smith shares his views.
Teen homicide victim's journey to 'final resting place'
'Strong lines' of enquiry being chased by police as they hunt Hawke's Bay teen's killer.
Champion Hawke's Bay pilot adds to résumé with part in ocean rescue
One minute topdressing a farm, the next looking for a kayaker capsized in rough seas.
Silver Shadows: Marineland exhibition opens at the MTG
Marineland was a feast for the senses: the dolphins performing to gasps from the audience.
'We are going to live for you': Sister's moving tribute to Hawke's Bay homicide victim at funeral
'It is so hard to talk about her life when we would just like to have her here with us.'
Local Focus: Chad Tareha on Candidate Camera
Chad Tareha discusses his plans for Napier City Council should he be elected.
Local Focus: Nigel Simpson on Candidate Camera
Nigel Simpson discusses why he is running for NCC mayor in the upcoming elections.
Local Focus: Nigel Olsen on Candidate Camera
Nigel Olsen discusses plans for Napier City Council should he be elected.
'You reap what you sow': Family member of slain teen's message to killer
Family of slain teen talk of 'very horrendous situation' - urge people to call police.
Homicide teen Ariki Rigby remembered as 'beautiful, energetic, bright-eyed'
Family of killed Hawke's Bay teen's moving tribute and impassioned plea for justice.
'I'm gonna make an album': Slain teen's musical dream
Teen homicide victim had a dream of getting "rich" and was set to record music.
Rugby: Hawke's Bay has a Savea of its own
Kusitino Savea has a famous rugby surname - but he's out to make a name of his own.
Salvation Army store punch-up: Martial artist in custody after jury finds him guilty
Judge tells attacker that he is 'concerned about the risks you present' if bailed.
'Our little girl': Family tribute to teen homicide victim - urge people to come forward
As police hunt Hawke's Bay teen's killer, her family has made a moving tribute.