Hawke's Bay
Sea level rise: Hawke's Bay set to move sooner on coastal erosion measures
Coastal communities in Hawke's Bay could be hit by high sea level rise in the future, leaving them in the lurch.
Hawke's Bay under pressure to prepare for sea level rise
Time is putting pressure on local authorities around the country, after recent warnings that they have less than 20 years to confront decisions about low lying communities and rising sea levels.
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Women who insulted moko kauae told to apologise
A Havelock North mother who was told her moko kauae scared children in a playground, wants to meet with the women who insulted her.
Speed limit changes could hit all Hawke's Bay highways
Speed limits across the entire highway network in Hawke's Bay could be dropped, as well as in parts of its bordering regions.
Rain buckets down on East Coast: 'We're still trying to bounce back from our last storm'
Significant slips are starting to occur across Tairāwhiti as heavy rain continues to fall, and experts warn it will get worse.
Calling Home: Beth Matheson in British Columbia
Hawke's Bay native Beth Matheson and her partner Mike Reed live in Penticton, at the southern end of Lake Okanagan in British Columbia, Canada, where she works as a helicopter mechanic. Beth's Calling… Audio
Almond crops being tested for potential New Zealand industry
The potential for an almond industry in New Zealand is being explored, with a study considering whether almonds can be grown sustainably in Hawke's Bay.
Unit closure another blow for Wairoa healthcare
Wairoa's inability to attract healthcare workers has struck again with the closure of a hospital-level care unit, but the deputy mayor remains hopeful there's light at the end of the tunnel for the…
Beautiful story behind award winning Hawke's Bay cheese producer
One of the big winners in this week's NZ Cheese Awards was the Hōhepa Hawke's Bay cheesery. But Hōhepa is a cheese producer unlike any other. Their products are crafted by artisan cheesemakers… Video, Audio
Moana Jackson tangi: Thousands pay their respects
Renowned constitutional expert and Māori advocate Dr Moana Jackson has been laid to rest at Matahiwi marae in Hawke's Bay.
'Thing of the past': Tests confirm council on track to solve dirty water problem
Napier's council hopes new bores will help solve the dirty brown water problems plaguing the city's taps.
Farmers face 'devastating' effects of consistent rain
A Wairoa farming leader says the relentless rain still falling in northern Hawke's Bay is like a recurring nightmare and farmers are beside themselves.
Mongrel Mob member's assets worth $80,000 forfeited to Crown
Police are welcoming a court order that has stripped assets and cash from a senior Mongrel Mob member.
More flooding in Wairoa leads to residents being evacuated
Flooding is occurring again around Wairoa and some residents in the northern Hawke's Bay town have now been evacuated.
My Current Song: Jackie Bristow, 'Livin' For Love'
New Zealand-born, Nashville-based country singer-songwriter Jackie Bristow's new album 'Outsider' came out to critical acclaim earlier this month, with IndiePulse Music Magazine rating it as a… Video, Audio
Tairāwhiti flooding: 36 roads closed, others only accessible by 4WD
Trucks carrying logs and stock are adding five hours to their journey while a vital coast link is cut off due to flooding in the Tairāwhiti region.
Heaviest deluge in Central Hawke's Bay in 10 years - mayor
Central Hawke's Bay District Council is anticipating an expensive bill as it prepares to clean up from heavy rain that has hit the area over the past two days.
Roads damaged, debris being cleared after Gisborne flooding
Part of the highway round the East Coast is reopening temporarily, as many roads in Tairāwhiti remain impassable after two days of torrential rain.
'Potential extreme event': Heavy rain warning for Bay of Plenty, Hawke's Bay, Gisborne
MetService says the rain has the potential to be an "extreme event" and people are urged to keep up to date with advice in case the warnings are escalated.
Vehicles, assets worth over $1m seized in Hawke's Bay
Police say they have executed search warrants to take back property they allege belongs to a man facing significant drugs charges.
