Central Hawke's Bay Mail
From Flaxmere to Florence: Rising opera star's Italian journey
He was inspired by operatic idols like the great Carlo Bergonzi.
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You can take Santa's sleigh but you can't take Christmas out of Takapau
John and Brenda Blackett are famous for their Takapau Christmas Lights displays.
CHB is now on water restrictions and a fire ban
The district’s water resources are stretched due to the hot and dry start to summer.
Arrests made near Blackhead Beach after paua seized
Police contacted Fisheries New Zealand officers and a joint investigation was carried out.
CHB Pregnancy and Parenting Hub much more than just a physical space
'We want every mum to feel supported and empowered on their journey.'
Te Angiangi review gives oversight of progress
Te Angiangi Marine Reserve protects an area of the Central Hawke’s Bay coast.
Salvage Workshop saves and transforms items from CHB landfill
The recycling ethic for this project is so strong that even the building is re-used.
Community hands make light work of CHB's new Christmas bunting
It started with a simple idea: add a touch of festive charm – on a budget.
'Tis the season... for road works across Central Hawke's Bay
Road works are in full swing across Central Hawke’s Bay.
Tukituki Medical Centre to bring all registered patients under one practice
Merging the four practices into one will decrease wait times and improve access.
Half-kilometre of SH2 in Waipawa set for rebuild
A 500-metre stretch of State Highway 2 will get a makeover starting on January 13.
Single socks and designer labels: Waipawa's Op Shop has seen it all
This year the Waipawa Op Shop has ticked over 45 years.
Catherine Wedd: One year of positive action for Hawke’s Bay
'I am thrilled that our government is supporting the Tukituki Water Security Project.'
CHB cricketers bowled over by 'gem of a cricket ground'
Wallingford, Waipukurau and Waipawa took part in the three games on the day.
Dam big project: Govt hands out $3m towards feasibility study
Shane Jones says doing nothing is no longer an option for Hawke's Bay's water supply.
Wairarapa MP: 'The Government is listening to farmers'
Rural New Zealand is a driving force for our nation’s prosperity.
CHB in restricted fire season as risk worsens
'There’s no significant rain forecast in the next two weeks.'
Mana Tamatea - display your pride for Central Hawke's Bay
'It keeps our pride in this great little place alive no matter how far we roam.'
Ghosts, jump scares and moving scenery: Waipukurau Little Theatre's A Christmas Carol - but not as you know it
The stage appeared to be unadorned except for a solitary door.
New weigh to charge for CHB's rubbish disposal
The weighbridge is simple in design, with a traffic light system.
'Amazing women' hard to pick from in awarding scholarships
This year all the candidates interviewed met the scholarship criteria.
A Court of Thorns and Roses - reviewed by Kiana McParland
'Feyre finds herself falling in love with Tamlin and his court.'
CHB's Retouch & Co taking innovative product to Wellington
Students' product, a mattifying powder with SPF, has a dual function.
Central Hawke's Bay Concert Choir tuning up for Christmas show
Pianists Di Jeromson and Chelsea Andrews are set to accompany the singers.
Goal Based Investing re-frames success
Investing to achieve goals gives focus and discipline.
Restoration milestone for Pōrangahau Catchment Group
The PCG ran a pest hunting photo competition over the October school holidays.