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A fleeing driver incident in Central Hawke’s Bay on Tuesday saw two people arrested.Sergeant Neil Baker said a vehicle was checked by Police driving at over 160km/hr between Te Hauke and Otane at approximately 11am.He said the vehicle then fled from Police, and drove “extremely dangerously”, overtaking a number of motorists, and crossing the centreline into the path of oncoming vehicles.Police were able to apprehend the vehicle, which had been stolen from Napier two days prior, in Waipukur...
March 16, 2023Local News
A fundraiser for Cyclone Relief held at Skinny Mulligans in Waipawa last Saturday was a huge success.Two local bands – the legendary Sir Duke, and the Monotonez – donated their time to play at the event, with Skinny Mulligans also donating money from drinks sold.A number of trucking companies also donated their time and trucks for people to take a ride in a truck.Brittons House Movers, Stephensons Transport, Twist Trucking, Farmers Transport, and CMT Logging between them did over 200 rides, ...
March 15, 2023Local News
Traffic on State Highway 50 was disrupted yesterday after a stock trailer overturned near Tikokino.Emergency services were called to the accident just after 8.30am, which occurred near the intersection with Matheson Road.About a dozen bulls were trapped inside the trailer when it overturned, but thanks to emergency services with the help of local farmers they were all freed successfully.The highway was reduced to one lane for about three hours, and was fully closed for about an hour.------------...
March 14, 2023Local News
Police and Council Animal Control Officers are working with the owners of two dogs allegedly seen attacking sheep at Takapau.Sergeant Neil Baker said Police were called to a rural Takapau address at 5.45pm Friday where two dogs had been seen attacking sheep. He said Police arrived at the address, and due to the injuries sustained from the attack, one sheep was required to be destroyed.Mr Baker said officers located the two animals and are working with the owners to resolve the matter.-----------...
March 13, 2023Local News
The Pōrangahau Catchment Group has appointed a Rural Recovery Co-ordinator in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle.Lou Bird will assist landcarers in the Pōrangahau catchment to get back up and running following last months cyclone.Her role will include creating and developing an action plan following on-farm needs assessments, and to support farmers to access relevant support information, funding, and networks to aid in their recovery.--------------------The Akitio community remains on a precautiona...
March 10, 2023Local News
Two people were arrested following a reported theft from Farmlands Waipukurau on Monday.Sergeant Neil Baker, officer in charge of CHB Police, said they were responded to the theft around 9am.He said two people had just left the store with three stolen jackets, which had a total value of over $1,300. Mr Baker said Police were able to stop the vehicle enroute to Hastings, at which stage one of the stolen jackets was recovered. Two of the jackets remain outstanding, and Mr Baker said Police are w...
March 8, 2023Local News
A Central Hawke’s Bay man has been arrested following a serious assault in Hastings on Saturday.Hastings Police appealed for witnesses to the alleged assault at Cornwall Park at around 2.15pm Saturday where a male received facial injuries.Detective Sergeant Darren Pritchard said the 32-year-old man has been charged with injuring with intent to injure and is scheduled to appear in the Hastings District Court on Friday.Mr Pritchard said Cornwall Park is a popular attraction in Hastings, enjoyed ...
March 7, 2023Local News
Police in Hastings are seeking witnesses to an assault at Cornwall Park on Saturday afternoon.A Police spokesperson said at about 2.15pm, a man was assaulted and received facial injuries, and they are working to establish what exactly has occurred and to locate those responsible.The spokesperson said Police would like to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and may have witnessed the assault.Anyone with information that could assist is asked to contact Police on 105, or call Crime St...
March 6, 2023Local News
Police are seeking sightings of a Gisborne man who visited Hawke’s Bay on the night of Cyclone Gabrielle and hasn’t been heard from since.Joseph Ahuriri left Gisborne at 4pm on Monday February 13th, bound for Hawke’s Bay, intending to be back home around 2am the following day.Due to weather conditions, Mr Ahuriri stayed at a hotel on Marine Parade Napier, and was seen leaving there shortly before 4.30am on February 14th.Police say his vehicle - a white Toyota Hilux, registration DZH116 –...
March 3, 2023Local News
Two of the major insurance companies will be available to locals who need assistance with claims over the next two days. IAG and AA Insurance will have representatives outside the Waipawa Library between 10am and 2pm today and tomorrow.Staff will be available to provide support and assistance with insurance claims.-----------------A group of eight agricultural and farming interests have had their application to take 15 million cubic metres of water from the Ruataniwha Basin rejected.A hearing pa...
March 2, 2023Local News
Some local residents remain without telephone and internet services due to Cyclone Gabrielle.Porangahau, Wanstead, Otane and Waipukurau are affected by the loss of connectivity to 22 damaged Chorus sites, with approximately 700 homes and businesses impacted.Chorus spokesperson Steve Pettigrew says some of the damaged sites “are inaccessible or have been completely destroyed, making the situation even more challenging”. He says teams are working tirelessly to resolve the issues.Some customers...
March 1, 2023Local News
Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence is advising motorists to take care on roads around the region this morning.The group says they have had reports of surface flooding in the region after overnight rain.They ask people to keep off the roads if possible, and not to drive through floodwaters.The advice for those who have to travel is to drive to the conditions and to expect delays and hazards.-----------------Grants from the Hawke’s Bay Regional Relief Fund will soon be available for those affected by C...
February 28, 2023Local News
Most public health services will resume in Hawke’s Bay from today following disruptions caused by Cyclone Gabrielle.Te Whatu Ora – Health NZ said elective surgeries at Hawke’s Bay Hospital would go ahead, as would all endoscopy services.Outpatient appointments at Central Hawke’s Bay, Napier and Hastings are all operating as normal.Te Whatu Ora says most GP clinics around the region have reopened, but says some practices are offering variable hours and services.-------------------Tararua ...
February 27, 2023Local News
There is an Orange Heavy Rain Warning in place for Hawke’s Bay today and tomorrow.The warning is for the period up until 10am tomorrow, with up to 200mm of rain expected about the ranges, and for north of Hastings.Up to 100mm of rain is expected for other areas of the region.Metservice forecasters say the heaviest falls are likely from 3pm today, with peak rates of 20 to 30mm/hr possible.Meanwhile there is a Heavy Rain Watch for Tararua District.The watch is for the 19-hour period from 1am to ...
February 24, 2023Local News
The Metservice has issued a Heavy Rain Watch for Hawke’s Bay.The watch covers the 48-hour period from 10am today until 10am Saturday.Forecasters say Hawke's Bay could see an extended period of rainfall, and the Watch is likely to be upgraded to a Warning.----------------------Alternate day water restrictions have been put in place for the Dannevirke township.The restrictions were implemented last night and come after the Tamaki River was heavily impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle.The Tararua Distri...
February 23, 2023Local News
Advocacy from Federated Farmers Tararua President Sally Dryland has seen a policy u-turn by Horizons Regional Council for farmers replacing culverts as a result of Cyclone Gabrielle.Dryland said she is pleased that Horizons has recognised the need to get on and get work done on farm by empowering them to fix infrastructure without getting consents.Farmers will now be able to replace culverts at a bigger size without the need for resource consent.Previous advice from the Council said they could o...
February 22, 2023Local News
The Central Hawke’s Bay District Council has made good progress on fixing the water supply to Waipawa and Otane.Yesterday residents were asked to critically conserve water due to pump failures at the Tikokino Road borefield.Tankers were brought in to help fill the reservoir.Last night the Council said it was only able to open water supply to the top half of Waipawa for a four hour window, shutting it down at 9pm.Supply was re-opened again at five this morning for another four-hour period.The C...
February 21, 2023Local News
All local primary and secondary schools will re-open today, with the exception of Otane School.Schools were closed for most of last week due to cyclone Gabrielle, with a majority of Central Hawke’s Bay schools opting to stay closed for instruction until today.School bus services continue to be disrupted in Central Hawke’s Bay and Tararua District however due to the condition of some local roads.Meanwhile Hunter Park, Lakeview, and Waipawa Kindergartens will remain closed for today and tomorr...
February 20, 2023Local News
Building inspectors will visit further homes in Central Hawke’s Bay affected by flooding today.Rapid building assessments will be done in OngaOnga and on Drumpeel Road today.An urgent evacuation notice was issued for Drumpeel Road yesterday following rapidly rising water levels, with residents asked to go to the Civil Defence Centre in Waipawa.Building assessments were carried out yesterday in Porangahau, and Waipawa on Wednesday.Homes are given a white sticker if there are no issues; yellow s...
February 17, 2023Local News
Authorities will today begin assessing the damage caused by Cyclone Gabrielle.Central Hawke’s Bay District Council Chief Executive, Doug Tate, said the damage to the roading network would be “huge”, and said they will start to get a really good picture by the end of today.He said teams would also have a better understanding of the situation in Waipawa, where homes in the lower part of the town were flooded after the Waipawa River breached its banks.Mr Tate said the stopbank has been decima...
February 15, 2023Local News
A diver has died at Pourerere Beach over the weekend.Police were called to the beach about 4pm Saturday after the diver resurfaced unconscious.Members of the public and emergency services were unable to revive the person.Police said the death has been referred to the coroner.------------------An Orange Heavy Rain and an Orange Strong Wind Warning are in place for Hawke’s Bay.The Metservice says in the 24-hour period from 10am today, 250 to 350 mm of rain is expected about the ranges, with 100 ...
February 13, 2023Local News
Police were called to the Silver Fern Farms plant at Takapau yesterday morning after a worker passed away.Sergeant Neil Baker said Police attended at approximately 7am following the death of a 42-year old man.He said the employee was an overseas worker who came to the region to work at the plant.Mr Baker said there were no suspicious circumstances, and the matter has been reported to the coroner.It is understood the plant was closed for the day following the man’s death.-------------------Emer...
February 10, 2023Entries open for the 2023 MPI's Good Employer Awards
New Zealand’s top food and fibre sector employers are being called on to enter the 2023 Primary Industries Good Employer Awards.“People have always been at the heart of our food and fibre sector businesses,” says Cheyne Gillooly, Director Investment Skills and Performance at MPI. “These awards are a fantastic way to showcase innovative ways in managing staff and spreading excellence throughout the sector."We're on the lookout for employers, both large and small, who go above and bey...
February 9, 2023Local News
Two roads in Tararua District have been closed over safety concerns.Troup Road in Woodville was closed earlier this week due to the roads deteriorating condition, causing it to be hazardous to light vehicles.It is expected the road will re-open tomorrow.Coast Road has also been closed due to hill subsidence.Site assessments have been done to see how it can be stabilised.Meanwhile the Tararua District Council has heard that the cost of roading damage from Cyclone Hale and other weather related ev...
February 9, 2023Local News
A givealittle page has been setup for the family of the four year old boy who died in a car accident in Dannevirke on Friday.The accident happened on SH2 at the Wahipai Reserve around 4.20 last Friday afternoon.A friend of Chloe Foster, whose son Dylan died in the accident, setup the page, with just over $15,000 raised as at this morning.The givealittle page described Dylan as a “vivacious, courageous little boy” and “an old soul”.The money will be used to help with funeral costs and ong...
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