Hawke's Bay
Four-wheel drive vandals destroy 38 pōhutukawa trees
Early estimates to replace the damage on Napier's Marine Parade came to $20,000
Boutique dairy company in Havelock North to close down after 15 years
Havelock North-based boutique dairy company Origin Earth is closing down after 15 years of providing customers with locally sourced sustainable products.
Person seriously injured after car fire inside shed at wreckers
Fire and Emergency said the fire was now extinguished and three fire trucks and one support vehicle remained onsite.
Unease in Wairoa after two properties shot at by rival gangs
There's a sense of unease in Wairoa after two private properties have been shot at by rival gangs in the past ten days. In response, Police have invoked new powers to help dial down tensions between… Audio
Hawke's Bay's economic development agency chief executive, board resign
The decision comes after a review into regional architecture, which recommended a merger and formation of a new coordination office.
Runner 'shocked' as herd of cows break into estuary
A Napier man running on the lime paths in Ahuriri saw up to 30 cows in the water, about half a kilometre from a popular swim spot.
Hawke's Bay secures funding for Whirinaki flood mitigation project
The area was one of many where homes were flooded and lives were ruined.
House fire at vacant Wairoa home under investigation
A house fire in a vacant Wairoa home is not thought to be connected to ongoing gang unrest in the area, but is being investigated, police say.
'I just about burst into tears' - Kiwi WWII hero's last flight found
Anzac Day has been particularly poignant for one Gisborne man, after learning just weeks ago that his uncle's World War II plane was found.
Fishermen frustrated after 'idiots' trigger Napier beach restrictions
Timber barriers are appearing along Napier's Marine Parade, Napier, to keep vehicles off the beach.
Arrests made as police enforce Eastern District Gang Conflict Warrant
Three people have been arrested overnight as police enforce the Gang Conflict Warrant in the Eastern District.
Spate of gang-related violence including gunshots in Wairoa - police
Two men have been arrested over the shootings and police say they are aware of other crimes such as assaults and car rammings.
Hundreds gather at marae for Anzac Day 'special occasion'
"This is a pretty special place and people like coming out here," the RSA president says.
'Leave the library alone': Napier community fighting against Council proposal to close it
Napier City Council is proposing to close the library from 1 July 2025, and keep Taradale's Library open seven days a week - which is about a 20-minute drive away.
'Don't stab me': Victim thought she would die during 'nightmare' knifepoint home burglary
A woman was cut on the face and thought she would die as she tried to force a knife-wielding burglar out of her home.
Person dies following crash between car, cyclist
One person has died following a serious crash between a car and a cyclist in Haumoana this morning.
SheepMaster: Hawke's Bay farm's foray into shedding sheep
Dean Martin has carried on the legacy set by his dad and is not afraid to try new things - from shedding sheep to regenerative agriculture practices. Audio
Rocket Lab nets major Pentagon contract
Rocket Lab, which launches from Hawke's Bay and the US, has won into a significant Pentagon contract, which includes billions to spread around.
'Ego-driven madness': Campaign launched against Ruataniwha Dam
"Sane people would not accept this dam if they knew all the facts," a new group says.
NZ's fruit wins in competitive Vietnamese produce market
NZ apple exporters are trying to capitalise on the increasingly wealthy Vietnamese consumer, while elbowing out global competition. Audio
