Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay residents outraged over proposed water rate hikes
Hawke's Bay has some of the highest rates in the country due to three waters, roading and debt servicing.
Flight lands safely after Fire and Emergency callout
Air New Zealand says a mid-air maintenance alert on board a plane was the reason firefighters were called to Hawke's Bay Airport.
Person in a serious condition after possible stabbing, police say
Emergency services were called to 'disorder' at a property in Flaxmere in Hawke's Bay today.
Pou return to Hastings Civic Square after restoration
This is the first full collective check and restoration since their installation.
Person arrested after Napier Pharmacy break-in
It is the Pharmacy's third raid in the last 10 weeks.
Pharmacy raided for third time in just 10 weeks
The owner is considering shutting-up shop after spending estimated $30,000 on replacing the front doors. Audio
Bus collides with person in wheelchair seriously injuring them
A person has been seriously injured after a bus in Hawke's Bay collided with a wheelchair.
Hawke's Bay teenage firefighter tackling blazes
Sixteen-year-old Tyler Parkinson was always going to be a firefighter. Throughout his childhood, Tyler would spend time admiring his firefighter parents Nicole and Tony and their colleagues at… Audio
Napier councillor launches second bid to be mayor
Nigel Simpson says Napier has been let down by poor decisions, costly distractions, and a lack of consistent governance, and "the city deserves better".
Warning to fly-tippers: new rules could lead to crack-down
Fly-tippers illegally dumping rubbish could be in for a shock if new laws are passed allowing councils to crack down on them and use clues such as old car registration plates or names on letters or… Audio
Councillor: If your name’s on illegally dumped rubbish, a fine could be coming your way
Hastings District Council councillor Wendy Schollum says proposed changes would allow litter control officers to issue fines using vehicle registration and ownership details inside bags to identify…
Iwi protest sale of ancestral mountain
"At the end of the day our final outcome, the only outcome, is for that mountain to be back in Māori hands, Māori ownership."
'Distasteful': Residents battle crematorium being built near supermarket
Havelock North residents were not notified about the consent given to Terry Longley and Sons funeral home for the Crematorium.
Napier City Council turns page on proposed library closure
The council has backtracked on its rate-saving proposal and will instead keep the library open for at least five days a week.
Driver drank, took meth, fought, before collision killed child
A drunk woman who was also high on methamphetamine was driving to the home of the woman she was convinced was sleeping with her partner when she fatally ploughed into a young girl who was biking with…
Gang gathering prompts increased police for Hawke's Bay
Police have made plans to minimise any disruption to residents and holidaymakers.
Protesters condemn Ruataniwha Dam investment: 'There's been no transparency'
The electricity distributor's board is putting $100,000 towards a re-scope of the controversial project. Audio
'Dangerous and, frankly, stupid' - Police fear as dirt bikes illegally taken on footpaths
At least two people have been injured by riders using dirt bikes illegally on roads, footpaths and parks.
Napier port profits show recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle
The port of Napier has had a strong profit rebound.
Excitement afoot in rural village over Defence Force sock contract
The Norsewood-based factory beat a number of serious international competitors to secure the deal. Audio