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Waikare Gorge realignment: $118m lifeline for project on key Hawke's Bay highway
Local MP says it's a 'huge relief', though there is still an asterisk next to the project.
$100m secured for Hawke’s Bay Expressway four-lane project
MP Katie Nimon said it was 'likely' additional Expressway bridges would be built.
Kids shine at hunting event: Possums, hares and turkeys galore
Hunting comp sees record entries, with 71 juniors chasing wild game.
Power price surge hits councils: Wairoa faces 40% energy cost hike
Council's power costs surged 40% in three months, impacting water supply expenses.
Wairoa's $70 million flood protection: New manager takes charge
Fabish to oversee Wairoa's $70 million flood protection after cyclone's devastation.
New deck needed for temporary Waikare bridge
Two nights of closure will be needed for the work.
Trauma support programme for school kids after Cyclone Gabrielle set to continue
Minister Matt Doocey says the funding will grow to $3.7 million a year by 2026-27.
'No justification': Thieves make off with dozens of temporary speed limit signs
At least 30 temporary speed signs have been taken from highway roadworks in Hawke's Bay.
Wairoa in Focus: Bring on the Barry Cup
Wairoa face the first Barry Cup defence of 2024 on September 8.
'Amalgamation by stealth': Regional deals could reopen Hawke's Bay debate
Hawke's Bay wants a regional deal with the Govt, but is it "amalgamation by stealth"?
12-year-old from tiny town given lead role in Taika-produced film after auditioning as a 'joke'
All eyes at this year’s NZ Film Festival will be on Wairoa girl Manaia Hall.
Senior manager for Wairoa flood mitigation appointed
The project manager will work with the district council, trust and Crown manager.
Government offers an extra $4.55m for cyclone recovery in Hawke's Bay
Money will provide expertise to speed up Wairoa, Pakowhai and Pōrangahau flood protection.
Former Hawke's Bay Magpies to boost trophy challengers
Hawke's Bay's Māori rugby representatives are on a shield mission.
More than 100 people interested in Wairoa flood class action
Lawyer Grant Shand says funding for the Wairoa case is still to be finalised.
'Definitely give it a shot' says student on leadership programme
Young leaders gain insights through the Aurora Foundation leadership programme.
Tātau Tātau o Te Wairoa showcases its horticulture development
Tātau Tātau shows its Wairoa horticulture developments to the Government.
Gisborne community reels after rural pond tragedy claims life of 5-year-old Khyzah
Inside the search for Khyzah and the raw grief which has shaken his family's community.
Winds to settle after trees downed and power cut in Hawke's Bay gusts
Some of the highest gusts were recorded at Cape Kidnappers which reached up to 110km/h.
Crown manager believes $70m can fix flood-prone Wairoa
'We should be able to fix and find a solution for North Clyde and Kopu Rd.'
'Sky Full of Sars': Photographers across North Island capture Rocket Lab night launch
Stunning scenes were captured from Wellington to the East Coast on Monday morning.
'We grow our people': First round of cadets celebrate graduation from course
The “earn as you learn” approach is empowering Wairoa's rangatahi.
Government brings in Crown manager Lawrence Yule to stop Wairoa flooding events
Brown said the appointment would give the community “more confidence”.
'I didn’t think about being scared': Air force medic recognised for rescuing more than 70 people during floods
Dangling from a helicopter above flood waters gains NZ Defence Force recognition.
Flats handed back to kaumātua after cyclone repairs
Tātau Tātau o Te Wairoa Trust hails return of homes after 18 months.
Vaccine for 'devastating disease' expanded to include more at-risk Kiwis
Thousands of immunocompromised Kiwis to benefit from new vaccine funding.
'There are so many taniwha in this rohe': New exhibition at Wairoa Museum
Ū Mai Ko Te Taniwha combines ancient and modern knowledge.
Wairoa mayor's plea: Don't waste money on a Waikare bridge, get on with a bypass
The National Land Transport Plan goes before the NZTA board this month.
Two public reserves and kiwi sanctuary reopen in Hawke's Bay
The popular reserves have reopened with stunning walks and even a kiwi creche.
Building fire extinguished on rural school grounds with help from public
Members of the public used a hose on the ceiling fire before firefighters arrived.
Four Hawke’s Bay tourism events get Govt funding boost
A welcome financial boost for events that will bring visitors to the region.
Nine arrests now after Wairoa brawl
Five gang members arrested so far in the police Wairoa fight inquiry.