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Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has welcomed news that an Order in Council has been proposed by the Minister for the Environment over burning of waste from Cyclone Gabrielle. Environment Minister David Parker said a proposed temporary rule change would enable rural Hawke’s Bay landowners dealing with masses of cyclone and flood debris to carefully burn mixed waste so they can replant and return their land to productivity. The proposed Order in Council under the Severe Weather Emergency Recovery...
June 8, 2023Local News
Police have revealed more details about a pursuit last Saturday.Senior Constable Andy Walker said the vehicle being pursued had been reported stolen from Palmerston North.Dannevirke Police had begun pursuing the vehicle, with CHB staff joining the pursuit on SH2.Mr Walker said the pursuit was stopped as the manner of driving was very dangerous.The vehicle was followed through to Hastings, with Police there unsuccessful in stopping it.Mr Walker said enquiries are continuing to locate the vehicle ...
June 7, 2023Local News
Periods of heavy rain are set to continue across Hawke’s Bay today.The Metservice has extended a Heavy Rain Watch for the region, which came into effect yesterday.Forecasters say in the 20-hour period from eight o’clock last night until 4pm today there would be periods of heavy rain, and that rainfall amounts may approach warning criteria, mainly about the ranges.----------------Police abandoned a pursuit that started in Central Hawke’s Bay on Saturday morning.A member of the public alerte...
June 6, 2023Local News
579 properties in Central Hawke’s Bay have been placed into the Category 2 classification following Cyclone Gabrielle.Provisional classifications were released yesterday, with Category 1 properties deemed to be safe, with Category 2 meaning some level on intervention is needed; with Category 3 properties those where severe weather event risks cannot be sufficiently mitigated.Porangahau, the lower part of Waipawa, and the Elsthorpe areas are the where nearly all of Category 2 properties are loc...
June 2, 2023Local News
Tikokino fireman Brendan Butler was one of six Fire & Emergency NZ volunteers and staff who were presented with their Royal Honours at Government House in Wellington yesterday.Mr Butler received his Queen’s Service Medal for services to fire and emergency from Governor General Dame Cindy Kiro.Joining the brigade in 1972, Brendan currently holds the rank of Senior Station Officer, and has attended around 2,400 trainings.Fire and Emergency Board Chair Rebecca Keoghan said Brendan continues t...
May 31, 2023Local News
Strong winds are expected for Central Hawke’s Bay later this week.The Metservice has issued its Severe Weather Outlook covering tomorrow through until Friday.Severe gale winds are forecast to affect many areas, with forecasters expecting severe gale westerlies to hit Central Hawke’s Bay on Friday.-----------------Attributable to Detective Glen Yule, Eastern District Organised Crime UnitNapier Police are appealing for information following an assault last Saturday night.Detective Glen Yule sa...
May 30, 2023Review: Last Tango & Last Panto at The Waipukurau Little Theatre
The Waipukurau Little Theater's double bill production of Last Tango and Last Panto offers a refreshing and entertaining experience that effortlessly combines humor, relatable characterizations, and a touch of desperation.From the very beginning, it's clear that the cast members are fully committed to their roles, delivering performances that capture the essence of each character's unique quirks and motivations. Their dedication to their craft shines through, and the chemistry among the cast mem...
May 29, 2023Local News
Strong winds are expected for Central Hawke’s Bay later this week.The Metservice has issued its Severe Weather Outlook covering tomorrow through until Friday.Severe gale winds are forecast to affect many areas, with forecasters expecting severe gale westerlies to hit Central Hawke’s Bay on Friday.-----------------Police are looking into a report of a person being suspiciously on a local property.Last week Police were advised that a person was seen walking around a backyard on a property on S...
May 29, 2023Local News
Police are asking motorists to take care on a stretch of Porangahau Road.Emergency services have been called to two accidents recently that have occurred between Arlington Road and Middleton Road. Senior Constable Andy Walker said the accidents have occurred on a right-hand sweeping bend that’s got very little chip seal showing through.In one of the accidents last Saturday the vehicle lost control, rolled, and went through a fence.Mr Walker said thankfully there were no injuries in either acci...
May 25, 2023Local News
Two people were flown to Hawke’s Bay Hospital – one in a serious, the other in a moderate condition – following a single-vehicle crash near OngaOnga yesterday.Emergency services were called to the accident around 2.45pm after a vehicle crashed through a fence.A Hato Hone – St John spokesperson said two ambulances, one manager, and rescue helicopter were responded to the scene.----------------The Tararua District Council is asking residents to fill out an online survey on the impacts of C...
May 24, 2023Local News
State Highway 5 – the Napier-Taupo Road will close for six hours overnight tomorrow.Waka Kotahi says the closure is to allow for urgent work to the bypass constructed between Te Pohue and Glengarry.Agency spokesperson Andre Taylor says they understand any closures of this nature are frustrating for people, however, by doing this essential work at night, they are hoping disruption will be minimised.He says the temporary bypass now needs some urgent work to ensure the road surface remains resili...
May 24, 2023Local News
The Central Hawke’s Bay District Council is seeking feedback on its draft Annual Plan for 2023/24.The average rates rise for the coming year is 10.8%, however rural properties face increases of up to 13%.The consultation period runs for two weeks – a shorter timeframe than usual following changes made to the legislation for Councils affected by Cyclone Gabrielle.Council Acting Chief Executive Josh Lloyd said the recovery from the cyclone fundamentally changed its approach to the Annual Plan ...
May 22, 2023Local News
The Waipukurau Club is celebrating 110 years this weekend.A night of celebration is being held at the Club tomorrow night, with a number of past and present members expected to attend.Club vice-President, Nigel McCance, says they have about 70 RSVP’s at the moment but anyone is welcome to go along with the dress theme 1910 to 1950.There will be live music, meals, and the longest serving and newest members cutting a cake for the celebration.The Waipukurau Club 110-year celebrations start at 4pm...
May 19, 2023Local News
New World Waipukurau’s recent Family 2 Family Foodbank Appeal saw 156 bags of goods donated to the Central Hawke’s Bay Foodbank.The $20 bags contained staple goods to help fill the shelves of the foodbank.New World owner, Gerard Kennedy, said it was a great response again this year.New World Waipukurau also topped up the public donations with $2000 in grocery vouchers.-------------------$2.3 million from the Hawkes Bay Disaster Relief Trust will go to mayoral relief funds in Wairoa, Central ...
May 18, 2023Local News
As part of Road Safety Week, a child car restraint clinic is being held in Waipukurau this morning.Car seat technicians will be available to undertake a free check on how child restraints are fitted in vehicles, and also offer advice on how to fit them correctly.The free clinic is being held at the Waipukurau Scout Hall and carpark from 9.30am until midday today, with no bookings necessary.-----------------Industrial action by secondary school teachers will see different year groups rostered hom...
May 16, 2023Local News
The Magpies rugby team has lost its head coach just weeks out from the NPC beginning.It was announced yesterday that Josh Syms has been appointed Forwards Coach of Italian Club Zebre.Syms has been with the Magpies since being appointed forwards coach in 2018 and was promoted to Head Coach in 2021.Hawke’s Bay Rugby CEO Jay Campbell said while they are disappointed that Josh has decided to move on, especially just out from the start of the NPC, they understand the international coaching market a...
May 15, 2023Local News
State Highway 2 between Wairoa and Napier will reopen this Sunday.The highway has been closed since February when Cyclone Gabrielle devastated the area.Waka Kotahi says for safety reason, initially the road will only be open from 7am to 6pm.The agency says roadworkers have been able to restore the road faster than anticipated, and a Bailey bridge now spans the Waikare Gorge where the permanent bridge has been washed away. Waka Kotahi says in total, there were 100 damaged sites across the stretch...
May 12, 2023Local News
Duckhunters shooting on Lake Whatuma are being reminded about the risk of Alligator Weed.The invasive pest was discovered at the lake several weeks ago.The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council says a recently completed survey found the main outbreak to be at the north and eastern edges.A spokesperson says Alligator weed is a severe threat to agriculture and biodiversity, and spreads very easily.They ask anyone using the lake to take precautions.------------------Epic Ministries and the Dannevirke Hunt...
May 11, 2023Local News
Nine people have been charged for operating a drug ring supplying and distributing methamphetamine and cannabis.The nine charged include an individual serving a prison sentence, and a business couple.Police said the alleged ring-leader was sending instructions from his North Island prison cell using a smuggled mobile phone.Each week Police intercepted about 25 hours of phone calls, text messages and social media on a phone used by the prisoner.The operation began in January, with the intercepts ...
May 10, 2023Local News
Horizons Regional Council will not consult on its Annual Plan for 2023/24.The Council has settled on a 6.6% rate rise for next year, and Chair Rachel Keedwell says as there are no significant changes from the activities outlined in Year 3 of its LTP, they have chosen not to consult.She says there are some slight budget adjustments for the coming year, and to make the adjustments, Council has refined some of its other work programmes.Ms Keedwell says Council are aware that any rate increase is no...
May 9, 2023Local News
Police are investigating an early morning break-in at Big Barrel in Waipukurau.Police were called around 5.40am yesterday to the store on Ruataniwha Street.Senior Constable Andy Walker said it appears a single, possibly male, has broken into the building.He said the cigarette cabinet was targeted.The offender "didn't get away with a lot", Mr Walker said.Police are looking at CCTV footage, and Mr Walker asks anyone who may have been in the vicinity at the time, and witnessed something, to contact...
May 5, 2023Local News
Year 11 students at local secondary schools will be rostered home today.The PPTA is beginning a series of industrial action over the next few weeks, with different year groups affected on different days.A full day strike affecting all year levels is planned for next Wednesday, the 10th of May.------------------$133 million has been given to help with silt and debris removal in Hawke’s Bay following Cyclone Gabrielle.Yesterday, Minister for Local Government, Kieran McAnulty, and Associate Minis...
May 4, 2023Local News
Trustees of the Hawke’s Bay Disaster Relief Trust have approved an update to the eligibility criteria for the Trust and increased eligible amounts up to $10,000. Commencing from the 8th of May, the second phase will also allow previous applicants to reapply for additional support where they have been severely impacted.Phase Two will be open to individuals and community groups to cover larger costs incurred because of the flood such as cleaning, clearing, and potential rebuilding of properties...
May 3, 2023Local News
The Tararua District Council has begun its series of public consultation meetings on its Draft Annual Plan.The Council is proposing an average rates rise next year of just over 13%, and is currently taking feedback and submissions.The meetings began yesterday in Pongaroa, and will be followed by Pahiatua tomorrow, and Dannevirke next Monday.The Council is also keen to hear from organisations and businesses who would like representatives to come to them.Full details of the Draft Annual Plan, and ...
May 2, 2023Local News
A second division winning Lotto ticket for Saturday nights draw was sold locally.Eleven lucky players picked up $21,839 from the draw.One of those tickets was sold at New World Waipukurau.Anyone who purchased their ticket from the store is advised to write their name on the back of it and get it checked.-----------------A big crowd turned out to the Leopard Hotel sponsored Country Rugby Day at Central Park on Saturday.Five games were played at the grounds, the Central Women taking on Hastings ki...
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