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One man’s years-long quest to rid Mahia of rubbish: ‘We can all help - we just need to start’
David Waihaki removed four tonnes of rubbish from Mahia in 18 months.
When cancer met Mr Positive’s punch: ‘It’s your attitude that determines your altitude’
'You’ve got to have a reason to live. And I have many.'
How a midlife volunteer found purpose in Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence
'I thought maybe I could get involved ... maybe I could be of some use.'
‘Has an impact’: Hawke’s Bay station sold to overseas owner to be converted to forestry
'Land use change is hard socially and you have to be really careful.'
International show The Gruffalo Live on Stage coming
What's a Gruffalo? Why, didn't you know?
What to expect at Hastings’ enchanting Lantern Festival this April
The Lantern Festival runs from April 6 to April 13 at Cornwall Park.
‘Bring the world’: Sisters have a vision for Napier beauty event
Raising eyebrows - Renee and Miriam Sciascia want to elevate beauty professionals.
‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roasted
The comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.
Auto extravaganza - up to 500 machines expected at showgrounds
The Auto Extravaganza hit Hawke's Bay for the first time last year, raising $10k+.
Construction starting on senior housing complex in Flaxmere
Called Te Pā Harakeke, it will comprise 39 new, affordable one and two-bed units.
Selling stations: Farm developer on why he's moving on from his 'happy place'
'I feel like that place needs to go now to someone who can take it to the next level.'
Hastings racecourse redevelopment plans coming in ‘next few weeks’
It's now six months since the one slip that stopped racing in Hastings.
Five injured in Hastings brawl, police seek witnesses
Some of the injuries were believed to be caused by a weapon.
Hawke’s Bay midwives’ push for whooping cough vaccine uptake has 80% success rate
There have been 65 confirmed whooping cough cases in Hawke's Bay in 2025.
Hawke’s Bay couple fear neighbouring motorway extension could endanger home
A Hawke’s Bay couple say concrete safety features need to be considered.
‘Get gone’: Key advice for Hawke’s Bay in quake and tsunami threat
The Hikurangi Subduction Zone could trigger a tsunami within minutes of a quake.
Havelock North dominate for first win of season
Havelock North defeated MAC 77-3 at Flaxmere Park.
Why Napier council believes local focus trumps ‘ineffective’ joint climate effort
Napier City Council left the Joint Climate Action Committee after an 8/5 vote.
Architectural brilliance: Hawke’s Bay projects vying for awards
Commercial, educational, hospitality, housing, interior and public architecture honoured.
‘Puppy dogs of the spider world’: Huntsman sightings increase in Napier
Experts confirmed the spider as a Huntsman, highlighting its growing presence.
Hawke’s Bay: Kererū Gorge rebuild nears completion while Puketapu Bridge opening extended
Kererū Gorge and Puketapu Bridge rebuild projects are nearing completion.
Hastings CBD railway plan: Business says it's time to bring cars back
The total cost of the project will be $3.45m, with $2.8m paid by the council.
Chemical spill at transfer station near Hastings
Two people have been treated by ambulance staff for minor ailments.
‘24 hours of pain’: Marathon walk for cancer support
Gareth Mentzer plans to walk over 100km in 24 hours around his Mahora block.
‘End of an era’: Aching bones of landmark highway house further crippled by fire
The historic house on State Highway 2, abandoned since the late 1960s, damaged in fire.
Why Napier City Rovers are eager to build on last season's success
It's time for the team of 2025 to write their own chapter in Napier City Rovers history.