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A climate resilience project in Central Hawke's Bay is on track, thanks to the Government's shovel-ready COVID-19 Response and Recovery Funding. The project will protect the Waipawa riverbanks from erosion, and will also minimise risk to the northern side of the road coming up to the bridge at State Highway 50 where it crosses the river. Hawke's Bay Regional Council Chief Executive James Palmer says the Waipawa River erosion control is the first of a raft of projects to kick off in the region, s...

Cancer Patient Treatment

Cancer patients heading to Palmerston North for treatment can now expect faster treatment times and improved access to services. Earlier this week, the Regional Cancer Treatment Service officially opened its second new liner accelerator at Palmerston North Hospital. MidCentral DHB spokesperson Dr Claire Hardie said the LINAC, a vital tool in the delivery of radiation therapy to cancer patients, would bolster the number of patients able to be treated on a day from 20-25 people up to 35. She said ...

Community Constable Report

A 15 year old has been referred to the Police youth Aid following the theft of a wheel from a mountain bike. The wheel was taken from a bike that was attached to the back of a vehicle in Waipukurau's Northumberland Street last week. Constable Andy Walker said the incident happened in broad daylight. Police have recovered the wheel and referred the teen to Youth Aid...

Dannevirke Gold Stars

Two senior Dannevirke firefighters were awarded their Gold Stars recently to mark their 25 years of service. Chief Fire Officer, peter Sinclair, who joined in 1995, and rose to the rank of Fire Chief in 2013;and senior firefighter Craig Brown, who joined in 1994, were presented with their Gold Stars by UFBA representative, Mark Adie. The pair were also made Life Members of the Dannevirke Fire Brigade. ...

Heavy Rain Watch

A heavy rain watch has been issued for Hawke's Bay.A front moving slowly eastwards over the lower North Island will bring rain to many areas today and tomorrow.For Hawke's Bay, the Metservice have issued a heavy rain watch for the 28 hour period from 7.00am today to 11.00am tomorrow . Forecasters say rainfall amounts may approach warning criteria. ...

Draft Long Term Plan

Consultation is now open on the development of Central Hawke's Bay's Long Term Plan 2021-2031. Central Hawke's Bay District Council have released the draft plan and is now taking submissions from the community about the proposed plans and changes. Check out the long term plan at Social Pinpoint | Facing the Facts - Long Term Plan 2021-2031 (mysocialpinpoint.com.au)...

Fatal Crash

Sad new in Central Hawke's Bay this morning as Police confirm that one person has died following a serious crash in Central Hawkes Bay this morning. Emergency services were alerted at about 5:40am to the crash between a car and a motorcyclist on SH2 near the intersection with Maharakeke Road. Sadly, the motorcyclist passed away in hospital. The Serious Crash Unit has been advised. State Highway 2 south of Waipukurau road remains closed and diversions are in place via Ashcoft Road...

Covid Level Update

Hawkes Bay is in Level 2 from 6am Sunday 28th February to 6am Sunday 7th MarchPeople can socialise in groups of up to 100, go shopping, or travel domestically, if following public health guidance. • Businesses can open to the public if following public health guidance including physical distancing and record keeping. Alternative ways of working encouraged where possible. • Hospitality businesses must keep groups of customers separated, seated, and served by a single person. Maximum of 100 pe...