A spokesperson for Hastings District Council said there were cameras in the gallery and that matters around identifying the person involved in the theft were being managed by the police.
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Steve Gibson said seeing the New Zealand flag on the floor of the gallery with a sign inviting people to walk on it was a real shock.
Tue, Dec 2
For the first time, elected members can receive up to $4500 to buy and install home security equipment – plus $1000 a year for monitoring, call-outs, and repairs.
Fri, Nov 28
Figures show the underperforming MyWay service was costing the council 159% more to operate than if it had kept its original bus routes.
Fri, Nov 21
The project involves building a sealed, two-way diversion road, allowing for the road-raising tranche of work to begin in January 2026.
Mon, Nov 10
A concept image of the service station. Plans include a cafe, truck stop and 62 car parks.
Wed, Nov 5
Hastings District Council has voted unanimously for additional changes to its Local Alcohol Policy, including pubs closing at 2am instead of 3am.
Mon, Oct 6
It's not the first time there’s been paint troubles for the popular Hawke's Bay landmark.
An increasing number of electric motorbike riders are using council-owned parks and reserves for riding.
Tue, Sep 30
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"I just expected it to be there, but the entire middle section was missing," one voter says.
Thu, Sep 25
1:30
"We don’t dump rubbish - it’s stupid and beyond a joke. So we decided to do something about it."
Fri, Sep 12
The controversial Ruataniwha Dam was first proposed around 13 years ago, here's what council candidates now think of it.
Sat, Sep 6
Hundreds of police officers and hobbyists have trained at the Hawke’s Bay Pistol Club.
Tue, Sep 2
Hardeep Singh said his phone immediately began ringing with people against the brothel after a mayoral candidate posted a photo of his application.
Thu, Aug 21
A witness said he estimated the number of deaths could be anywhere up to 100.
Fri, Aug 15
Fire in the Longlands area judged to have been a breach of Hawke’s Bay Regional Council airshed rules and led to a fine of a couple of a hundred dollars.
Wed, Aug 13
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Damage to a stopbank caused by 4WD vehicles has cost Hawke’s Bay ratepayers $4000.
Sat, Jul 26
In this district, and with nominations due to close in 11 days, only one person has registered their nomination for a seat.
Tue, Jul 22
From January 1 to June 1, 2025, the car pinged 5326 vehicles for parking infringements in Hastings and Havelock North.
Wed, Jul 9
The council’s chief executive, Doug Tate, said they were made aware of an issue with the rating system this morning.
Fri, Jul 4
The Ecoreef was made of a system of hexagonal reinforced, interlocking concrete modules linked together to form a protective structure, necessary in a demanding sea environment.
Wed, Jul 2
Lucky Hawkins was forced out after floodwater mixed with chemicals from the business next door swept through her property.
Mon, Jun 30
“All I could think of as I screamed for help, was please don’t go for my face. It was horrific."
Sat, Jun 28
Neighbours and locals who have watched the pile in the yard grow over the past few years say they have been stunned at the lack of council action at what they claim was an obvious fire risk.
Tue, Jun 24
A staff Christmas breakfast for 612 employees had a price tag of $29,508.
Sat, Jun 14
