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Hawke’s Bay State Highway Roadworks Update: Closures and Maintenance Planned
Road users in Hawke’s Bay are advised to plan ahead with several state highway roadworks scheduled, including closures and maintenance. The NZTA Hawke’s Bay team has released its weekly update, outlining planned works across the region's state highway network. Upcoming…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationSocial Issues Hawke's BayState HighwayRoadworksClosuresMaintenanceTraffic ManagementBryne HancyNZ Transport Agency
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Police Monitor Gang Funerals in Hawke's Bay
Police are maintaining a highly visible presence across Hawke’s Bay due to two gang funerals in Waipawa and Flaxmere. Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Hawke’s Bay Area Commander, stated that a large number of gang members and associates are expected to be…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesPolitics and Government Hawke's BayWaipawaFlaxmeregangsfuneralspolicepublic safetyNew Zealand Police
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Hawke's Bay State Highway Roadworks Planned for October 11-17
Roadworks are scheduled across Hawke’s Bay state highways from Saturday, October 11, to Friday, October 17, potentially causing delays. The works include road renewals and recovery efforts. Dates may change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. For the latest highway…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationState Governments Hawke's BayState HighwayRoadworksTraffic ManagementClive BridgeDevil's ElbowTransportNZ Transport Agency
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Increased Police Presence in Hawke's Bay for Gang Tangi
Hawke’s Bay will see a heightened police presence as a gang tangi proceeds from Napier to Waipukurau. Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Hawke’s Bay Area Commander, stated that the police are aware of a large number of gang members and associates expected…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke's BayNapierWaipukuraugangtangipolicepublic safetyNew Zealand Police
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Another Arrest in Kaea Karauria Homicide Investigation
Hawke’s Bay Police have arrested a 17-year-old male in Napier in connection with the homicide investigation of Kaea Karauria. The male has been charged with theft and demands with menace. He is scheduled to appear in Napier Youth Court on…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Kaea KarauriahomicideHawke’s BayNapierarrestNew Zealand Policefatal stabbing
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Hawke's Bay State Highway Roadworks Planned for October 4-10
Roadworks are planned across Hawke’s Bay state highways from Saturday, October 4, to Friday, October 10. These works include summer road renewals and key recovery efforts. Dates may change due to weather or unforeseen factors. For the latest conditions, travelers…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationState Governments Hawke's BayState Highway 2State Highway 5RoadworksTraffic ManagementTRECClosuresNZ Transport Agency
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Hawke's Bay State Highway Roadworks Planned
Roadworks are planned for Hawke's Bay state highways between Saturday, September 27, and Friday, October 3. The works include closures, pre-seal repairs, drainage improvements, and road rebuilds. Motorists are advised to check the Journey Planner for the latest information before…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationState Governments Hawke's BayroadworksSH2SH5SH38closuresTraffic Management
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Hawke’s Bay State Highway Maintenance Underway
Roadworkers in Hawke’s Bay are commencing essential maintenance work on state highways, including road rebuilding and resurfacing. These works are scheduled during the warmer, drier months for long-lasting effectiveness. The Hawke’s Bay 2025/26 summer renewals programme is set to begin…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationState Governments Hawke’s BayState Highway 2RoadworksTraffic ManagementCentral Hawke’s Bay District CouncilTransportInfrastructure
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Police Monitor Planned Gang Gathering in Waipawa
Police are monitoring a planned gathering of gang members in Waipawa on Sunday and Monday. Senior Sergeant Andrew Knox, Eastern Area Response Manager, stated that police are proactively engaging with the organizers to ensure activity remains lawful and public disruption…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues New Zealand PoliceWaipawaHawke’s Baygang memberspublic safetyAndrew KnoxEastern Area Response Manager
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New Zealand Weather: Brief Calm Before Winds Return Midweek
Following a weekend of strong winds, Aotearoa New Zealand is set for a brief period of improved weather conditions. MetService is forecasting brighter skies and warmer temperatures early this week, before winds strengthen and wet weather returns from Wednesday. The…
WeatherGeneral Weather MetServiceMmathapelo MakgabutlaneTe WaipounamuTe Ika-a-MāuiHawke’s BayMetService New Zealand
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Severe Weather Outlook: High Winds and Heavy Rain Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 11:11am on Friday, September 12, 2025, indicates a week of unsettled weather for New Zealand. The forecast, which extends from Sunday, September 14, to Wednesday, September 17, 2025, warns of potential severe…
WeatherDisastersGeneral Weather MetServiceSevere WeatherHawke's BayTararua DistrictWestland DistrictWeather ForecastMetService - Severe Weather Outlook
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Hawke's Bay Police Seize Cannabis Plants, Two Arrested
Hawke’s Bay Police have charged two men after discovering more than 200 cannabis plants at a Hastings property. The plants, found at a leased commercial property in Orchard Road, Camberley, have an estimated street value of between $600,000 and $750,000.…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Hawke's BayHastingsCannabisDrug BustOrchard RoadNew Zealand PoliceCrime
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Hawke’s Bay Police Arrest Four Gang Members After Recent Violence
Hawke’s Bay Police have arrested four gang members and executed multiple search warrants in response to recent gang violence. Inspector Dean Clifford stated, “It’s been a busy 24 hours.” The operation involved executing two search warrants and the Gang Conflict…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke’s BayPoliceArrestsGang ViolenceMongrel MobHastingsNapierNew Zealand Police
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Gang Conflict Warrant Activated in Hawke’s Bay Following Violent Incidents
A Gang Conflict Warrant is now in effect across Hawke’s Bay, initiated by the Police in response to escalating gang violence. Inspector Dean Clifford stated that the warrant grants Police special authority to search vehicles of suspected gang members and…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke’s BayGang Conflict WarrantPoliceMongrel MobBlack PowerViolent CrimeHastingsNew Zealand Police
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Hawke’s Bay Police Increase Presence After Gang Violence
Hawke’s Bay is seeing an increased Police presence after two serious gang-related incidents overnight. The incidents prompted the deployment of additional officers to the area. Hawke’s Bay Area Prevention Manager Inspector Caroline Martin says that Police are working to quell…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke’s BayPolicegang violenceRiverbend RoadOmahu RoadHastingsCaroline MartinNew Zealand Police
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New Zealand Welcomes Meteorological Spring with Weather Warnings
New Zealand has entered meteorological spring with a mix of severe weather conditions. After harsh winter winds, southerly winds are bringing cooler air and potential frosts. A Severe Gale Warning is in effect for Stewart Island, accompanied by Strong Wind…
WeatherDisastersTransportationGeneral Weather MetServiceWeather WarningStewart IslandHawke’s BayRoad SnowfallZespri AIMS GamesMetService New Zealand
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:14 am on Monday, August 25, 2025, indicates a dynamic weather pattern across New Zealand. The outlook spans from Wednesday, August 27, to Saturday, August 30, 2025. On Wednesday, a low to…
WeatherDisastersTransportation MetServiceGisborneFiordlandTararua RangeHawke's BayMetService - Severe Weather Outlook
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Media Monitor: Water Bill Error, Online Shopping, Rugby World Cup, and Lord of the Rings Reunion
Radio New Zealand is reporting that some Hawke's Bay residents will save hundreds of dollars after a water bill error was corrected. It said the original figure of $7000 has been reduced to about $5800. \n\nRadio New Zealand is also…
BusinessSportEntertainmentWeatherHealth Hawke's Baywater billConsumer NZFishpondNZ WarriorsBlack FernsLord of the RingsRNZ News
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Hawke’s Bay Farmer Slams Carbon Forestry Rules
A Hawke’s Bay farmer has criticised the government's carbon forestry rules, claiming they fail to adequately protect productive farmland from being converted into carbon forests. Anthea Yule, Federated Farmers Hawke’s Bay meat & wool chair, expressed disappointment with the recommendations…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentAgriculture Hawke’s Baycarbon forestryFederated FarmersAnthea YuleEnvironment Select CommitteeEmissions Trading SchemeLand Use
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New Zealand Gripped by Cold Southerly Winds and Widespread Frosts This Week
New Zealand is set for a week of cold southerly winds, with widespread frosts expected in most inland and southern areas. A ridge of high pressure south of the country and a low-pressure system to the northeast are driving the…
WeatherAustralasia frostMetServiceDevlin LyndenCanterburyHawke’s BayMetService New Zealand
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Unemployment Rise Leads to Longer Commutes
Radio New Zealand is reporting that New Zealand's unemployment rate has risen to 5.2 percent, a near-five year high, as businesses reduce staff or halt hiring. RNZ said that 156,000 people are out of work. According to RNZ, a Hawke's…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentSocial IssuesSportAustraliaEconomyEmployment and LaborEducationLaw Enforcement Radio New ZealandunemploymentHawke's BayShannon KendallPalmerston Northconstruction industryjob marketRNZ News
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Man Arrested After Baby Critically Injured in Wairarapa
A 22-year-old man has been arrested in Hawke’s Bay and charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and contravening a protection order, following an incident in Wairarapa in July where a baby was critically injured. The baby…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues WairarapaMasterton HospitalStarship HospitalHawke’s BayHastings District CourtChild abuseCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Woman in Court After Hawke's Bay Hospital Lockdown
A 21-year-old woman is due to reappear in Hastings District Court on August 4, following an incident that led to a lockdown at Hawke’s Bay Hospital and nearby schools. Police were called to the hospital at 1.20pm on Wednesday, July…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Hawke's BayHastingsHospital LockdownFirearmThreats of HarmNew Zealand PoliceDistrict Court
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No Significant Issues at Hawke's Bay Gang Funeral, Say Police
Police reported no significant issues following a gang-related funeral in Hawke’s Bay. An operation monitored the behaviour of those involved on Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday. According to Acting Superintendent Lincoln Sycamore, Eastern District Commander, one person was arrested on Tuesday…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke’s Baygang-related funeralLincoln SycamoreEastern District Commanderarrestgang insigniaCrime StoppersNew Zealand Police
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Napier City Council Adopts 2025/26 Annual Plan Following Public Consultation
The Napier City Council has adopted its 2025/26 Annual Plan, incorporating feedback from residents. The plan outlines budgets and activities for the upcoming year, including keeping the Napier Library open until its relocation in 2027. Napier Mayor Kirsten Wise emphasized…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomy Napier City CouncilAnnual PlanNapier LibraryKirsten WiseRatesHawke's BayGovernment Funding
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Police to Monitor Gang Funeral Procession in Hawke's Bay
Police are set to monitor gang movements in Hawke's Bay following reports of a large number of gang members and associates travelling from Napier to Hastings for a funeral tomorrow morning around 9am. Acting Superintendent Lincoln Sycamore, Eastern District Commander,…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke's BayNapierHastingsfuneralgang membersLincoln SycamoreCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Hawke’s Bay Emergency Management Boosts Volunteer Ranks
Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence Emergency Management Group (HB CDEM) is celebrating a successful recruitment drive during National Volunteer Week, with 21 new volunteers joining their Response and Support teams. According to Shane Briggs, Director of Hawke’s Bay Emergency Management, the…
Politics and GovernmentDisastersSocial IssuesAustralasia Hawke’s BayCivil Defence Emergency Management GroupNational Volunteer WeekShane BriggsHastings Boys’ HighAmateur Radio Emergency CommunicationsEmergency Management
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Police Presence Increased in Central Hawke’s Bay for King’s Birthday Weekend
Hawke’s Bay Police will maintain a visible presence in Central Hawke’s Bay over King’s Birthday Weekend due to a large gathering of gang members. Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Hawke’s Bay Area Commander, stated that the gathering will occur at a marae…
Law EnforcementSocial Issues Hawke’s BayCentral Hawke’s BayKing’s Birthday Weekendgang membersLincoln SycamoremaraeNew Zealand PoliceNZ Police
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Hawke’s Bay Police Seek Public Help to Stop Illegal Dirt Bike Riding
Hawke’s Bay Police are appealing to the public for information to curb unlawful dirt bike riding following recent incidents where a woman and a young boy were injured. Senior Sergeant Ross Smith described the behaviour of some dirt bike riders…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesTransportationAustralasia Hawke’s BayPolicedirt bikeFlaxmereHastingsCamberleyaccidentNZ Police
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Hawke’s Bay to Receive 150 New Social Homes
Hawke’s Bay will receive 150 new social homes through a community-led initiative, according to Housing Minister Chris Bishop. The project, funded by the Government's $140 million investment in Budget 2024, aims to deliver 1,500 new social homes nationwide via Community…
Politics and GovernmentWorldSocial IssuesDisastersState Governments Hawke’s Baysocial housingChris BishopEmerge Aotearoa Housing TrustCommunity Housing Providersgovernment investmenthousing