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'A bit of fortitude shown': Brodie Retallick's uncle proud of nephew during World Cup thriller
Despite the frustrating loss, John Ashworth is very proud of his No 4 nephew.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Weather outlook for the long, long weekend in Hawke’s Bay
The region can expect light rain and sunshine over the four-day period.
‘Gave it everything’: Kieran McAnulty on losing Wairarapa seat
McAnulty will return to Parliament as a list MP for Labour.
‘Stunning views’: Private sites and sights open for Ōmakere School fundraising walk
A unique window into some iconic coastland.
Wairarapa hospitality: Mike Butterick and Kieran McAnulty share a beer as results come in
The incoming MP shared a beer with the man he will replace in Wairarapa.
Wairarapa: Mike Butterick set to snatch seat from Labour’s Kieran McAnulty
National’s Mike Butterick held a solid lead over the Labour minister he lost to last time.
Rising possum numbers in Hawke’s Bay; landowners asked to cull
Move to a possum contractor model has been parked, as council focuses on cyclone.
From 'brutally dry' to 'near normal' — Hawke's Bay gets entire month of rain in last week of September
A last-minute burst of rain in September took soil moisture from 5pc to near normal.
Rain, rain will go away, but come again another day for Hawke’s Bay
Fickle spring weather will see rain ease into fine temperatures before a return.
Cyclone, then tractor accident: How one farming mum picked up the pieces of a tough year
Lou White was juggling a lot: 'Us busy mums, we get through day by day.'
What a run! History-making girls' rugby team beat boys to win final in Napier
Their 65-0 win over the boys made national waves. Now Mana Kotiro have won their final.
Girls through to plate final in historic Wakely rugby tournament
The girls have won two out of four and play Central Hawke's Bay for the silverware.
Race for Wairarapa seat: What each candidate will do for Central Hawke’s Bay
Candidates address living costs, cyclone recovery, infrastructure and mental health.
Where to go if you want to vote early in Hawke's Bay
Advance voting has started in Hawke's Bay - here's what you need to know.
Napier win Ross Shield with near-unprecedented dominance
It is arguably the most dominant performance since the Shield was first presented in 1902.
Ross Shield: Country comes to town in style
Defending champions Napier have scored 191 points in three games.
The race for Tukituki: Hawke's Bay Today debate canvasses the issues
A transcript of the Tukituki candidate evening at Karamū High School.
The debate for Ikaroa-Rāwhiti: How all three candidates responded to questioning
All the action at the Ikaroa-Rāwhiti candidates' evening on Wednesday.
Big win for defending champions as Ross Shield starts in Napier
The weather wasn't the best, but there were still the three games on day 1 at Park Island.
Further disruption on the road through Waipawa
Retailers are asking for no repeat of a without-notice shutdown of traffic.
Ross Shield rugby: Future stars on show in Napier
There are 132 players in the six boys and girls, mixed teams.
Hawke’s Bay Sports Awards finalists announced - who’s your pick for the Supreme award?
Rising international athletics prospect George Beamish is up against a high-class field.
Shearing dream for former Hawke’s Bay rugby hopeful
Sam Henderson is one of three Kiwi shearers tackling a world record in Australia.
From two to 182: Hawke’s Bay's pothole damage claims spike
Pothole damage compensation claims have jumped in Hawke's Bay over the past three years.
Man remains in critical condition after stabbing in Takapau, police investigating
A man with multiple serious stab wounds got across the road before losing consciousness.
Person in serious condition after assault in Hawkes Bay
The victim has been transported to Hawke's Bay Hospital in a serious condition.
High winds cancel flights, prevent Act leader from arriving
Several fires have been kept under control despite the tricky conditions.
Waipawa traffic detour and roadworks draws ire of struggling businesses
Business owners say more than a month of roadworks will be the final straw.
‘Just fields of leaves’: Spring attraction's owners have one question - where have all the flowers gone?
They’ll still open to the public, but expectations need to be tempered a little.