Hastings mayoral front‑runner Wendy Schollum ‘cautiously optimistic’ on result
Buddo, who was 324 votes behind, on Sunday said he couldn’t concede until late votes were counted. Schollum…
Hastings mayoral race – Wendy Schollum claims the win, but her closest rival hasn’t conceded
“This election was about what kind of community we want to be. “Together, we chose to look forward…
On The Up: Hastings couple Nane Araia and Wiremu Manaena are changing a community by running free fitness classes
“Just to even pass, honestly. I couldn’t even have cared if it was 51%. That 1% would have…
Cyclone Gabrielle inquest: 111 callers told to hold on, with no timeline on help arriving
That was because emergency responders were unable to get to people as areas became cut off by floodwaters.…
Roast-a-thon for Rory: 24‑hour coffee marathon to help mate’s cancer fight in Hastings
The couple soon moved into a new home in Eskdale with their two children Archie, 4, and Olive,…
Hastings neighbours battle fatal Mahora house fire with garden hoses as windows explode
This morning the area outside the home was cordoned off and several police officers were conducting door knocks…
One dead after house fire in Hastings, identification process under way
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House fire in Hastings; police and firefighters in attendance
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Fixing more than injuries: Hastings’ physio swaps clinic for African communities
“I was in South Africa when we got the phone call that my dad had passed away. It…
Hawke’s Bay local election turnout: Hastings slowest, Wairoa strongest so far
“In simple terms, if you don’t vote, you can’t really complain about future decisions.” The region with the…
Local body elections: Hastings voting-booklet blunder leaves 27 candidate profiles missing
“Because we have only been in Hawke’s Bay for 10 years, we are not familiar with all the…
In pictures: Hastings’ streets bloom for the 2025 Blossom Parade
During the event, families enjoyed free rides, face painting, circus acts from newcomer Zaktacular, giant inflatables, music performances,…