Man who owns 45 homes on why he isn't lowering rents as interest rates drop
More than 50 people are applying for rentals in Hawke’s Bay when one becomes available.
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Town that introduced NZ’s first Māori ward doesn't seem bothered by it
Just two people made submissions about the under-review ward, both in favour.
Napier claims third Ross Shield title in a row
Napier has won 19 tournament games in a row since the start of the 2021 competition.
Person in serious condition after SH2 motorcycle crash
The crash was at Tangoio, 7km north of Whirinaki.
Millions of cubic metres of silt cleared from Cyclone Gabrielle hammered sites
An award-winning silt taskforce nears major a milestone in cyclone-hit Hawke's Bay.
Dream comes true for Hawke's Bay man with major prize win
The Hawke's Bay Rescue Helicopter Lottery winner thought he was being scammed.
New project aims to improve VHF, cell coverage after tragic fishing deaths
A new cell tower for Mahia Peninsula would cost about $1.5 million.
Wairoa Trust hands back last of damaged homes
Tātau Tātau o Te Wairoa hands back last of 24 homes repaired after Gabrielle.
Back home 19 months after Cyclone Gabrielle ravaged Wairoa
Whānau who have been out of their homes for 19 months get back the key to the door.
Keeping Barry Cup and grassroots rugby alive
Wairoa scored seven tries to beat Tihirau Victory, who came 300km to play.
New classrooms at Kotemaori School ends learning from kitchen tables
The students were unable to learn on their premises after Cyclone Gabrielle.
Opinion: Tuai Power Station product of adventurous journey
The cry of the morepork and the rustle of the trees were the only sounds.
Wairoa hopeful Barry Cup defence will go ahead on Sunday
Four challenges were accepted this year, but none so far have gone ahead.
Splash Planet countdown begins as tickets go on sale
Splash Planet is ready to go for another summer of fun in Hawke's Bay.
Hawke’s Bay mayors push for higher Govt roading subsidy, warn cyclone repairs could take 20 years without it
Hawke's Bay mayors want a higher subsidy from the Government amid a $1b road recovery.
Hinewai Ormsby: Here are HB Regional Council's flood protection priorities
OPINION: Wairoa River bar work and installing river-monitoring cameras are a priority.
Ōmarunui Landfill to accept 4000 tonnes of Wairoa's rubbish annually
'We’re very grateful because we found ourselves in a corner.'
Rocket Lab’s Electron rocket successfully deploys five Kineis satellites to orbit
Sir Peter Beck: 'With each mission, we bring the world closer, enabling vital data.'
'Absolutely thrilled': The Star is reborn - 103-year-old newspaper resurrected after closure
The presses are rolling again.
'In the mood to buy again': Rise in house sales as interest rates drop
Buyers 'in the mood to buy again' in Hawke’s Bay.
Arrests after shots and fires in Wairoa
Police have arrested gang members over a shots fired and car fires in Wairoa.
'They all have hopes and dreams': Small learning space in Wairoa making a difference for tamariki
'We ask them what their hopes and dreams are. We tailor their learning to support that.'
Arrests after Wairoa gang conflict: Guns, knives, drugs discovered
Woman suffers serious burns as a result of car fire.
Health risks of eel toxins studied
Wairoa invited to take part in eel consumption survey to understand food safety risks.
Make EIT standalone again: Hawke’s Bay mayors want region's polytech back in local hands for 2025
A workforce skilled by a well-run local polytechnic is needed more than ever, mayors say.
Enforcement and education: Officials' message in the wake of sobering fatal crash statistics
Transport report reveals 'large proportion' of fatal and serious crashes in 50km/h areas.
Council's decision not to open river bar was “surprising” - review
There was no operational plan for managing the river mouth.
'Please don't ever let it happen again': Wairoa residents beg council to act on flood review
Inquiry reveals regional council ignored residents and lacked a river bar management plan.
Wairoa flood review hits at 'surprising' decision-making, lack of warning for residents
The review did not go as far as stating an earlier opening of the bar would have worked.
Napier siege hero paramedic's 50 years of service recognised
Paramedic awarded for bravery rescued a wounded officer and a solo yachtsman at sea.
'Major deficiencies': Almost half of Hawke's Bay highways get a two-star rating
A State Highway described as a 'goat track' is among the routes needing urgent funding.
‘Poorly maintained’ CBD buildings in the sights of Wairoa council
Wairoa Mayor Craig Little: 'People want their main street to look good.'
Wairoa shooting: Resident frustrated after 'one police car' turns up
'You’d think with a shooting ... there would be an immediate response.'
‘People shouldn’t have to put up with this s***’: Mayor takes aim at gangs after shooting
Police urge residents to report violence immediately after early morning incident.