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Eight moves in a year: Family of four's life packed into one basket
'We had already used up plan A and we were in plan B and we didn’t have a plan C.'
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Waipukurau water crisis: Strict water restrictions lift after ‘major’ burst isolated
The emergency led to loudspeakers being used in the streets urging water conservation.
'Huge jolt': Hawke's Bay shaken awake by strong earthquake, more aftershocks likely
The quake hit around 3.18am.
'Accounting anomaly': Forests in Hawke's Bay to pay less in rates than some homes?
Plans to shake-up Hawke’s Bay Regional Council rates is attracting criticism.
Hastings to host Assembly Room Tunes daytime concert and morning tea for retirees
Morning tea and a show: The events at Toitoi hope to evoke memories.
‘Best buds’: Hawke’s Bay’s most popular dog names revealed
The most favoured dog name of last year is released and it may come as a surprise.
Wild Waipukurau: Flooding and thunder in CHB town
Thunderstorms and heavily localised downpours lashed the area on Thursday night.
'Waves were smashing me': Wife and mother of drowning victims wants better beach warnings
One year ago Donna Cruickshank lost a son and husband to the sea.
'Just do it, it won't hurt': Hawke's Bay man's lucky cancer escape
The tests detected 116 bowel-related cancer cases in Hawke’s Bay in 2023.
Viv’s van: Day-trip shuttle service connects Central Hawke’s Bay to Hastings
Viv's Taxi Service set to provide monthly shopping trip to Hastings.
‘Extreme effort to keep it going’: 100 new stables boost 2024 Horse of the Year
Horse of the Year has been cancelled three years in a row - this year will be special.
Beach activity book about 'engaging senses, admiring beauty'
The 99 ideas are about taking time to observe and explore our local water environment.
Man flown to Auckland in critical condition after rural Hawke's Bay crash
Police were called to the intersection of Elsthorpe and Middle Rds about 1.30pm.
Could fixed speed cameras return to Hawke’s Bay?
NZTA Waka Kotahi has plans to roll out more speed cameras throughout the country.
Rana's Lotto joy: In the morning she couldn't pay for fuel, by afternoon she was a millionaire
The 23-year-old wants to share her heartwarming story: 'I still think we are in a dream'.
'Painful and debilitating': Two puppies die in Hawke's Bay as parvovirus spreads
Vets are urging owners to fully vaccinate their puppies as cases rise.
Hawke's Bay's planned changes to rates: The winners and losers
OPINION: One part of Hawke's Bay is set to see urban rates bills rise 47pc.
Hawke’s Bay burn off warning after vegetation fires more than double in December
Firefighters attended 23 vegetation fires across the district in December, up from nine.
In-form Dannevirke show jumper poised to strike in series finale after home win
'Having started the new year like that was a relief, and a reward.'
Sisters bring upbeat and soulful music to small halls
Gentle start to Small Hall Sessions.
'It buggered me. I've got nothing left': Shearing record smashed
Amy Silcock's record stood for three days.
A little Spanish stay in Hawke's Bay
The perfect destination for wine lovers exploring Bridge Pā.
'The NZ disease': Drowning toll spurs fresh call for water-safety awareness
Water Safety New Zealand has released the 2023 drowning data.
What goes around comes around in special rescue story
Farmer rescued after ute runs down bank.
Food production is at the heart of the Eco Lodge
The lodge offers a chance to learn where your food comes from.
Forget a message in a bottle, this is a message in an apple bin
Pen pals across generations celebrate the new year together.
Unique Hawke’s Bay holiday homes: Chalk Hill Beach House
Sand, sea, sun and summer in Mahia
Hastings District Council nearly $400m in debt as cyclone costs compound
All Hawke’s Bay councils are expected to set high rates increases in coming years.
What do you get if you combine a builder and an artist? The Waimārama Chalets
The Chalets take the meaning of 'looking up' to the next level.