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Local MP represents New Zealand on Women and Girls Sexual Reproductive Health Rights on global stage
Local Tukituki MP, Catherine Wedd has represented New Zealand in Norway, alongside hundreds of other MPs from around the world to discuss Sexual Reproductive He...
Haumoana Four Square hit by overnight ram raid
A Mazda Demio drove into the doors of the Haumoana Four Square during the early hours of this morning, allowing masked robbers to gain entry to the store. Stor...
Hastings set to host Magpie's Ranfurly Shield defence
The first Ranfurly Shield fixture for 2024 will be played at the Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park (Mitre 10 Park) in Hastings, Hawke's Bay Rugby has announced t...
Emergency services respond to crash on SH51
Emergency services have responded to a crash on State Highway 51 this evening. A Fire and Emergency New Zealand Shift Manager said two appliances respond...
Four-lane Hawke's Bay Expressway set to become a reality, NZ Transport Agency to work through detail by September
Construction of a four-lane Hawke’s Bay Expressway, promised by both National and Labour before the last election, could begin this election term....
Taxpayers’ Union slams eye-watering Hastings rates hike
The Taxpayers’ Union has described the Hastings District Council’s proposed 25 percent rates hike as “eye-watering”. The Hastings Distr...
Man found in burnt-out vehicle a 49-year-old 'humble soul'
The man whose body was found in a burnt-out vehicle in Hastings last month has been described as a "humble soul" and "devoted father, son, brother, uncle, cousi...
Incoming cost of living support for low-income homeowners doesn't go far enough to help those really doing it tough
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has announced an increase to the Rates Rebate Scheme, claiming to put money back into the pockets of low-income homeowner...
Video: Hawks coach confident ahead of taking on last years champs at home this Saturday
The Hawke's Bay Hawks are gearing up for their biggest challenge of their 2024 season so far, going up against last year's champions, the Canterbury Rams this...
Quick arrest following attempted robbery in Hastings
Police quickly arrested a man believed to be responsible for an attempted robbery in Mahora, Hastings last night. Around 6.35 pm, Police were called to a Fre...
Fire and Emergency NZ releases Cyclone Gabrielle Operational Review
Fire and Emergency New Zealand needs to improve planning, doctrine, training and equipment specific to weather-related evevents according to an internal operati...
Video: Hastings District Council adopts Long Term Plan, including 25 percent rates rise, for public consultation
Updated The Hastings District Council will consult the public on its Long Term Plan for 2024-2034, including an unprecedented proposed average rates increase o...
What's on this weekend in Hawke's Bay - 19 to 21 April
Looking for excitement and fun this weekend? Hawke's Bay App has you covered. Check out the best gigs and events happening this weekend below. There's...
Napier City Councillors discuss proposed legislation on Māori wards
Napier City Councillors have today discussed proposed legislation to reinstate the pre-2021 binding poll provision for the establishment of Māori wards. ...
Hawke’s Bay Power Consumers’ Trust to look at Unison ownership review process
Following the 2023 ownership review of Unison, the Hawke’s Bay Power Consumers’ Trust committed to reviewing its process and making amendments where...
Man in critical condition after assault in Waipukurau
A man is in critical condition in hospital following a serious assault in Waipukurau late last night. Police Detective Senior Sergeant Sally Patrick said in a...
Police urge people to beware of scammers offering shipping containers for sale
People are being urged to beware of scammers offering shipping containers for sale on Facebook Marketplace and some local community pages on social media. "T...
Hastings District Council debt could peak at $701m
The Hastings District Council’s overall debt is set to peak at $701m, new council consultation documents have revealed. In February this year, the Counci...
