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Leaving 'happy place': Residents tearful as council evacuates camp over landslide risk
'It's absolutely devastating. Financially, just a massive, massive blow, I tell you.'
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Crossed fingers as rain forecast for big Hawke’s Bay weekend
A MetService heavy rain watch has been issued for Hawke’s Bay and the Tararua district.
Two seriously injured after two utes crash on SH2 near Putorino
State Highway 2 near Putorino is under stop/go management after a two-vehicle crash.
A stolen car, a drive to Hawke's Bay: Police say CBD raid of jewellery store began 'out of town'
An arrest has been made after a suspected getaway car was found in Taupō.
'It's going to rock the town': Mayor says fatal school bus crash has devastated the community
A ‘traumatic incident team’ is working with the kura whose students were on the bus.
Central Hawke’s Bay to host kapa haka festival for the first time in 16 years
Up to 10,000 people are expected to watch the Te Kahu o Te Amorangi Kapa Haka Regionals.
Wairoa forestry block hit by 570% rates rise sparks call for cap
1100-hectare block near Wairoa's annual rates skyrocketed from $30,000 a year to $200,000.
Two people in ED with nerve damage from nang abuse amid Hawke's Bay ‘epidemic’
Community leaders held a crisis meeting on widespread recreational nang use in the region.
One dead, two fighting for their lives after serious crash
A main intersection in Wairoa remains closed while police investigate the crash.
One person critically injured in hillside house fire in Hawke's Bay
A rescue helicopter is flying one person in a critical condition to Wellington Hospital.
Truck testing centre to open in Napier around end of 2026
The new truck testing centre will be operated by police near a busy Napier intersection.
Hawke’s Bay has its first Winter Olympian – and she's representing another country
'It genuinely means everything to me. This has been my dream since I was a child.'
'Everything points to it': Searcher speaks after 5-year-old found dead at Napier beach
Coastguard skipper explains the frantic search for missing 5-year-old at Westshore Beach.
Cyclist seriously injured after a crash in Napier, cordons in place
The cyclist has been airlifted to Wellington Hospital for treatment.
Person seriously injured in Napier assault
Police were called to Massey Crescent in the suburb of Marewa just after 11pm.
'Replaced more than 30 windscreens': Carnage from roadworks on level 'never seen' before
'It’s the biggest muck-up I’ve ever seen on a stretch of roadworks and I’ve seen a few.'
'Keep hydrated': MetService issues heat alert for Waitangi weekend scorcher
Temperatures as high as 30C are expected in Whakatāne and Napier.
Pictures: Hawke’s Bay commemorates Waitangi Day
Large crowds gathered for a 'special day' of Waitangi Day commemorations.
Police launch investigation after boy, 5, found dead at Napier beach after large search
Police are appealing for anyone who saw an unattended child to come forward.
Hawke’s Bay police continue major crime investigations
A week of homicide, shooting and robbery inquiries in Hawke's Bay.
'Begin to reopen': Mount Maunganui cordon to lift after deadly landslide
Mauao itself will remain off-limits.
'Outstanding results': Young Napier sailors shine in tough Auckland regatta
Blake Duncan, 14, and 10-year-old Frankie Barker each won their Optimist fleet grades.
Hawke’s Bay's Waitangi Day: Hīkoi, heat, family fun and red, red wine ahead
UB40 variations have reggaed through Hawke's Bay at least three times in the past.
Part of road cordon near Mauao landslide to reopen
A rāhui and 30m maritime exclusion zone remain in place around Mauao.
Hawke's Bay Kayak Racing Club: 58 medals at regatta, recognition at national awards
The club claimed 20 gold, 23 silver and 15 bronze medals at Lake Tikitapu in Rotorua.
Where to find the sun this Waitangi weekend as North Island heats up
Temperatures in multiple North Island centres are expected to soar into the high 20s.
'Screaming and a loud bang': Woman shot on Napier street
A pair of slippers could be seen on the footpath inside the police cordon.
Name suppression lifts for Napier woman accused of murder
A woman charged with murdering a man in Napier last month can now be named.
'Colossus of a man': Business leader dies after Napier nightclub assault
A 21-year-old man appeared in court on Tuesday, as police consider more charges.
New charter school aims to boost attendance in Wairoa
Te Whare Kounga opens in term three with 65 students, rising to 165 by 2027.