Eighty-year old biking legend brings luxury cycling holidays to Hawke’s Bay
Cara Cropper (left), Pen Cropper and Barb Grieve keep cycling in the family. Being fluent in French and…
The coach who reignited Hawke’s Bay rugby – Peter Russell dies aged 62
The Magpies beat Waikato in a quarter-final and reached the semifinals, Russell labelling Guildford a future All Black.…
Central Hawke’s Bay job seekers struggle as benefit numbers hit 12‑year high
With a warm smile and a welcoming hug, Thompson radiates positivity. It’s this optimism that was helping get…
Hawke’s Bay trio in national schools rugby squad
Coach Andre Bell says he is possibly a candidate for fullback in the national team. Another five Hawke’s…
Napier’s McLean Park has been among options for rugby league test match
McLean Park was initially leased for rugby league – and football – as early as 1912, making it…
Hawke’s Bay mourns rugby stalwart and community leader Tom Mulligan
He and wife Pikihoro Mulligan (nee Ōtene) raised five children, and he developed a deep association with the…
On The Up: Napier cyclist Strat Ellingham’s inspiring recovery after devastating crash
On July 3, 2024, Ellingham was riding in the cycle lane on Napier’s Marine Parade, preparing for a…