Let the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra strings sweep you away on a journey across the globe and into the past with pieces including Shostakovich’s Chamber Symphony, Bruckner’s String Quintet, Tchaikovsky’s Andante cantabile, Rautavaara’s Pelimannit, and Lilburn’s Diversions.

Brad Olsen, Chief Executive and Principal Economist at Infometrics, is visiting the Central Hawke’s Bay community to inspire business confidence. Join us for an enlightening session where he shares insights on economic trends impacting our region. Let’s thrive together! Originally from Whangarei, Brad completed his undergraduate studies at Victoria University of Wellington, finishing with a […]

Our draft Three-Year Plan is now out for consultation and we want to know what you think. The plan sets out what Council is going to deliver, how it will go about it and how much it is likely to cost. We're holding a public meeting to share details about what we are proposing. Come […]

Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its return to Flaxmere! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest! The New Zealand Heavyweight Championship is on the line in a huge main event! Impact Pro Wrestling has been entertaining fans up and down the country for more than […]

What is Flaxmere parkrun? A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! When is it? Every Saturday at 8:00am. Where is it? The event takes place at Flaxmere Park, Swansea Road, Flaxmere, 4120. See Course page for more details. What does it cost to join […]

Live Pro Wrestling finally makes its return to Napier! You don't want to miss the best of the Bay taking on the best of the rest!Four of the best from around the country will compete in a huge tag team main event match!Impact Pro Wrestling has been entertaining fans up and down the country for […]

Get ready for an electrifying showdown as the Hawke’s Bay Hawks gear up to face off against Canterbury Rams at the thrilling Pettigrew Green Arena!

Delight in a shopping event of taste sensations at one of New Zealand’s oldest and largest traditional Farmers’ Markets. The Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market offers a complete shopping experience. Discover the diverse range of locally grown or artisan produced products. There is nothing like buying fruit & vegetables, freshly baked breads, meats, cheeses, preserves and […]

Rock legend and former Eagles guitarist Joe Walsh is returning to Ōtātara Pā in Hawke’s Bay where he had an epiphany that led him to break his addictions.A public event on Sunday April 21 with entry by koha will see Walsh play a couple of numbers and speak about his life and recovery from addiction.Frankie […]