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The Hawke's Bay Regional Council is vested along with the local community in protecting and managing the region’...
24 April 2019
Whatungarongaro te tangata toitū te whenua. If you are passionate about sustainable land use and infrastructure...
24 April 2019
The Hawke’s Bay Trails cycling and walking network received a significant funding boost today.
18 April 2019
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Chief Executive James Palmer has welcomed a national report released today on the...
18 April 2019
Following last year’s Long Term Plan, we are well underway with the additional staff, structure and support needed...
18 April 2019
Work at the Tukituki River estuary near Haumoana will improve the biodiversity of this area, making it more...
18 April 2019
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has an exciting opportunity in our nationally recognised Farm Environmental Data...
16 April 2019
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has an exciting opportunity in our Client Services Team.
16 April 2019
A new software tool is being trialled by some Hawke’s Bay orchardists and Hawke’s Bay Regional Council this winter...
15 April 2019
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has received confirmation that the Napier Port Board has approved the business case...
10 April 2019
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Works Group have an exciting opportunity based in CHB. Are you someone who...
9 April 2019
A study by a University of Waikato environmental science student has helped build Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’...
9 April 2019
The Regional Council is interested in your thoughts on public transport in the region.
4 April 2019
Our annual ‘Paws at Pākōwhai’ fun event will be held at Pākōwhai Regional Park this Saturday 6 April from 10 am –...
3 April 2019
The Good Wood Scheme ensures people with modern woodburners can reliably buy good, low-pollution wood to get...
3 April 2019
Are you interested in taking an active role safeguarding the environment?
Do you have strong interpersonal...
2 April 2019
The Harbourmaster has approved a sea exclusion zone to be in place for the Napier Port Harbour to Hills Triathlon...
30 March 2019
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council voted today to adopt additional protections for its majority ownership position in...
27 March 2019
Nick and Nicky Dawson from Glenelg (Great Glen Farm Ltd) have our congratulations for being this year’s Supreme...
27 March 2019
The University of Waikato and Hawke's Bay Regional Council have partnered in a shared mission to support...
26 March 2019
Senior leadership role: mix of business partnering, staff management, operational accounting.
25 March 2019
While grazing practices have improved, the Regional Council will keep an eye on winter land use.
25 March 2019
The coastal hazards project shared by three partner councils with local iwi continues to gather momentum.
20 March 2019
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has completed an extensive investigation into the leak of Pan Pac Forest Products’...
20 March 2019
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for a Freshwater Ecologist. Working in a dynamic team...
18 March 2019
A big thank you to the community for getting involved in Seaweek 2019 during March, and especially in our beach...
15 March 2019
OverseerFM software replaces all existing versions of Overseer in June 2019, including the Overseer Nutrient...
14 March 2019
A dive survey of the Ahuriri Inner Harbour shows that two marine pests - Mediterranean fanworm and Clubbed...
14 March 2019
Do you have a creative mind and a passion for the environment?
Are you looking for a job that will extend and...
14 March 2019
Looking for a challenging engineering role in a great lifestyle area?
13 March 2019
Past regional park managers gathered this week to recognise the 20 years’ service of Theo Rood as Pākōwhai...
13 March 2019
Do you have a passion for emergency management?
Are you excited about improving the way Hawke’s Bay responds to...
12 March 2019
Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Modeller - play a critical role in locally & nationally funded projects!
12 March 2019
Rocket Lab have announced a launch window from 17-30 March. A launch hazard area will be in effect on launch...
12 March 2019
The Harbourmaster has approved sea exclusion zones on Saturday 16 March for the Secondary School Kahungunu Waka...
12 March 2019
Due to a shortage of permanent drivers, Go Bus have been drafting in spare drivers from other regions to help...
11 March 2019
Can you help us to create and narrate the great stories
of how we protect and enhance Hawke’s Bay?
8 March 2019
Do you want be part of a positive team in a progressive Council? Are you passionate about the environment?
8 March 2019
Today's monthly public climate briefing noted the drier than expected summer we've just experienced, with an...
7 March 2019
We seek your feedback on establishing an additional Council Controlled Organisation.
6 March 2019
The trial of an air curtain in Lake Waikōpiro at Tūtira continues, but the results are inconclusive ...
6 March 2019
An ocean glider will start collecting data on Hawke Bay this week to help develop an understanding of the health...
4 March 2019
The supreme winner of the East Coast Ballance Farm Environment Awards will be one of three Hawke’s Bay farm...
28 February 2019
Are you passionate about working collaboratively for Hawke's Bays environment?
28 February 2019
Join in the Beach Clean Up, Waitangi Regional Park, Sat 2 March and Twilight Walk & Talk, Ahuriri Estuary, Wed 6...
26 February 2019
A “sizeable chunk” of funding will go to a project to combat hill country erosion in the Hangaroa – Mangapoike...
25 February 2019
Do you have an affinity with land sustainability?
Do you want to have a positive impact on rural landscapes and...
15 February 2019
Are you passionate about our marine environment and looking to join a forward thinking, high delivering team?
15 February 2019
The Regional Council voted today to ask the community for feedback on creating a new Council Controlled...
13 February 2019
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is hoping the conviction of a Hawke’s property developer for illegally lighting...
12 February 2019
Young people aged between 14 and 19 years with a passion for the environment, an interest in local government and...
11 February 2019
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s monthly public climate and water resources briefing for February has focused on the...
8 February 2019
A new outdoor seat and information sign have been sponsored by the Napier Branch of the Forest and Bird Protection...
8 February 2019
Chairman Rex Graham provided this Talking Point published in Hawke's Bay Today 8 February 2019.
8 February 2019
Appointments of advisors have been made as part of the preparation for a potential initial public offering (IPO...
5 February 2019
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Pest Management Plan commences today 1 February 2019 after being approved by the Regional...
1 February 2019
Hawke's Bay Regional Council has received applications for resource consents to extract gravel from the Ngaruroro...
1 February 2019
The last day for paying Hawke’s Bay Regional Council rates is this Thursday 31 January.
28 January 2019
The Regional Council is working on the details to support a possible share offer in mid-2019.
25 January 2019
A new wetland is currently being created at Waitangi Regional Park to provide another haven for fish and birdlife.
25 January 2019
This summer Hawke’s Bay Regional Council and the Ministry for Primary Industries are again reminding everyone to...
18 January 2019
The Triathlon Hawke's Bay event organisers have advised the Harbourmaster that Sunday's swim leg will now take...
16 January 2019
Hawke's Bay Regional Council are looking for two suitably qualified Catchment Advisors.
Catchment Advisor Central...
11 January 2019
The Ocean Swim series continues with an event on 19 January, 8-10am and an area of sea from East Pier to Battery...
8 January 2019
The Pākōwhai Regional Park carpark reopened today, providing a bigger, better entrance to this very popular...
21 December 2018
In the next few weeks as Christmas parcels arrive from overseas, Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is supporting MPI...
20 December 2018
The monthly climate and water resources briefing at Hawke’s Bay Regional Council this month focused on the result...
19 December 2018
The Regional Council voted to progress a minority share float in Napier Port...
19 December 2018
Five new navigation marker posts have been installed at Mahia Beach by the regional Harbourmaster...
17 December 2018
DHB advises that E.coli 3 times above safe swimming levels has been recorded at Porangahau Estuary...
14 December 2018
Papers informing decisions on how best to fund Napier Port’s expansion have been uploaded onto the Regional...
14 December 2018
Hawke’s Bay’s dairy farmers who are consistently achieving full compliance were recognised at the Dairy Compliance...
13 December 2018
We’re still asking for feedback to identify the region’s most treasured water bodies...
12 December 2018
Some boaties and jet skiers on the Clive River are being contacted by the Harbourmaster after concerns were raised...
12 December 2018
With the arrival of summer, HBRC is encouraging people to get out and enjoy the great swimming spots in the region.
5 December 2018
The importance of soil to New Zealand’s economy is the key theme for the 2018 New Zealand Soil Science Society...
30 November 2018
An exclusion zone will be in place in the Clive River/ Waitangi Basin for jet ski racing events, 1 & 2 December.
30 November 2018
Chilean needle grass is easier to identify right now as the purple seed head is visible and we are reminding...
26 November 2018
Submissions have now closed on the public consultation on how to fund the growth of Napier Port with thousands of...
23 November 2018
With temperatures warming up, people using Hawke’s Bay’s lakes or stony rivers for swimming or walking dogs need...
22 November 2018
The sea area within the East Pier (Perfume Point) foreshore to the rock groyne at Battery Road Beach and extending...
22 November 2018
East Coast LAB (Life at the Boundary) alongside NZ Geoscience Society, GNS & NIWA is hosting a public presentation...
22 November 2018
Irrigating cropping land efficiently is vital for the long-term sustainability of both business and harvest.
22 November 2018
Water Quantity in Central Hawke’s Bay will be up for discussion later this month at a public information evening.
13 November 2018
Tikokino and OngaOnga residents will be receiving survey forms in their letterbox soon as the Hawke’s Bay Regional...
12 November 2018
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has completed a series of six public drop in sessions to discuss options for...
9 November 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s latest climate briefing yesterday (8 Nov) gave the indication that people need to...
9 November 2018
Our summer recreational water quality programme started this week so you can decide where to swim over the hot...
7 November 2018
We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Information & Communication Technology Team for a smart...
6 November 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council are looking for two candidates for an exciting Two Year Fixed Term role within the...
6 November 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is looking for enthusiastic candidates for an exciting Two Year Fixed Term...
6 November 2018
With summer approaching a new campaign is being launched to encourage people to take extra care not to waste water...
1 November 2018
The University of Waikato and Hawke's Bay Regional Council have partnered in a shared mission and are looking for...
1 November 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has decided to extend the period of community consultation around options for the...
31 October 2018
Hawke's Bay Regional Council now has a newly created role for a full-time Project Engineer to join their team in...
29 October 2018
Hawke's Bay Regional Council is now seeking a full-time Team Leader to join their team in Napier. This pivotal...
29 October 2018
Hawke's Bay Regional Council is now seeking a full-time Asset Management Lead to join their team in Napier. Thi...
29 October 2018
Today marks the half-way point in the Regional Council's community consultation around options for funding the...
29 October 2018
The Destination Playground next to the Wairoa Community Centre will be a work site from 29 October while a...
26 October 2018
Come and see us at one of our drop in sessions in either Waipukurau, Napier, Hastings, Havelock North, Flaxmere or...
25 October 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for an innovative person to provide comprehensive...
25 October 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has three part time opportunities for highly organised and innovative administrator...
25 October 2018
The Whangawehi Catchment Management Group from Mahia has won the Pacific category of the prestigious Asia Pacific...
17 October 2018
A month-long formal consultation process starts today with every household in Hawke’s Bay being asked to have...
15 October 2018
Look for the vibrant mural at Hawke’s Bay Showgrounds and find out more about biodiversity inside the Nature Shed...
11 October 2018
Hawke’s Bay is recognized nationally as having one of New Zealand’s more diverse and complex river networks and...
11 October 2018
Today’s release of national water quality trends for rivers, while sobering, substantiates HBRC’s decisions thi...
4 October 2018
Have your say on the best way to fund the future of Napier Port.
3 October 2018
The Regional Council today proposed four potential options to fund Napier Port’s growth requirements, retain...
3 October 2018
This first of the summer climate briefings will be held at the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Chambers on Tuesday 2...
28 September 2018
HBRC received 20% more calls to its Pollution Hotline over the past year, highlighting the community’s growing...
26 September 2018
The Minister of Conservation Eugenie Sage gave a ‘shout out’ to everyone who has championed wetlands at the...
26 September 2018
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two resource technicians. One each in our Hydrology and Groundwater teams.
25 September 2018
More than 200 people will be attending the National Wetland Restoration Symposium in Napier this week, supported...
24 September 2018
A taskforce set up to look for solutions to water quantity issues in Central Hawke’s Bay met for the first time...
21 September 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council and the University of Waikato are joining forces to foster new research into how best...
21 September 2018
In celebration of World Car Free Day, Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is offering free goBay bus services thi...
19 September 2018
Lessons on how to be safe on a boat and in the water are on the way for Central Hawke’s Bay youngsters.
18 September 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is looking for a reliable and diligent Resource Analyst to join our Environmental...
14 September 2018
Rooks in large numbers should be reported to Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s biosecurity team as nesting season ha...
14 September 2018
The Navigation Safety Bylaw 2018 requires all jetskis operating in Hawke's Bay to be registered.
10 September 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional and Central Hawke’s Bay District Councils are bringing together a taskforce to manage the...
7 September 2018
Hawke's Bay Regional Council is seeking a Financial Accountant to join the finance team on a full time basis.
7 September 2018
The Environment and Services Committee today recommended to roll out a new Sustainable Homes programme from 1...
5 September 2018
Whangawehi Catchment Management Group is thrilled with its nomination as the only NZ finalise in the prestigiou...
5 September 2018
Drivers around Hawke’s Bay will be aware of a number of roadworks on key routes around the Bay at present.
28 August 2018
HBRC CE James Palmer says the appointment of a senior Māori leader in the organisation will help staff and...
28 August 2018
It's not your usual school lesson - retrieving a dead rat from a trap - but it's part of the learning in Hawke'...
27 August 2018
Today’s signing of the Kahutia Accord MOU between Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi incorporated and Hawke’s Bay Regional...
24 August 2018
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Works Group has an exciting opportunity available based in CHB. Are you someone...
24 August 2018
HBRC is a sponsor of this year's NZ Environment & Conservation Organisations conference, being held at...
23 August 2018
Coastal hazard initiatives like sea walls, groynes and beach renourishment are a step closer for coastal...
22 August 2018
Enviroschools in Wairoa will come together to plant an area alongside the Wairoa River on Tuesday 28 August.
21 August 2018
Hawke's Bay Regional Council is now seeking an experienced GIS Analyst to join their team on a full-time...
20 August 2018
Do you have what it takes to help communicate and educate the public about being prepared for an emergency and...
15 August 2018
There has been plenty happening at Tūtira this winter as part of a project aimed at improving the water quality...
14 August 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Chief Executive James Palmer says the Council shares the frustration of both the...
14 August 2018
A new book “Pekapeka Swamp: A Story of Survival” tells the story of restoring the swamp and creating the regional...
13 August 2018
HBRC paid tribute to the TANK community group on the completion of its draft TANK Plan after 6 years hard work and...
10 August 2018
Are you a confident ICT communicator with SharePoint and Office 365 Suite experience?
Exciting ICT opportunity...
9 August 2018
The Regional Council is again sponsoring prizes for environmental entries in the Hawke’s Bay Regional Science ...
7 August 2018
Enviroschools Hawke’s Bay has received a financial boost following recent Council Long Term Plan submissions.
6 August 2018
The Regional Council has moved a step closer to identifying the region’s most treasured water bodies.
3 August 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is seeking submissions on its proposed representation arrangements ahead of the 2019...
3 August 2018
Members of the Hawke’s Bay Youth Environment Council (YEC) are really looking forward to the upcoming screening of...
3 August 2018
Take part in the goBay passenger survey and be in to WIN $50 worth of goBay travel.
1 August 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is looking for a confident and enthusiastic Team Leader Hydrometric Network to join...
31 July 2018
Hawkes Bay Regional Council is looking for a person who is interested in making a difference in protecting Hawke’...
31 July 2018
Recent exceedances of air quality standards at Awatoto have been from different sources.
27 July 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has voted unanimously to consult with the Hawke’s Bay community later this year on...
26 July 2018
The Plant Thru Winter planting this Saturday 28 July will continue a project to improve the margin of the...
26 July 2018
Hastings exceeded the national air quality standards for a third time on Friday (20 July), just two weeks after...
24 July 2018
Hawkes Bay Regional Council is looking for a confident and dynamic Team Leader to lead the Central Catchment...
20 July 2018
The Regional Council now allows small dogs and cats to travel, free of charge, on goBay buses at off-peak times.
18 July 2018
Hawke's Bay Regional Council has received consent applications from the Port of Napier to construct a new wharf...
17 July 2018
Hawke's Bay Regional Council now has two opportunities for a Policy Planner and Senior Policy Planner to join...
11 July 2018
Hastings exceeded the national air quality standards for a second time on Friday.
9 July 2018
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Works Group have three exciting opportunities available based in CHB. Are you...
6 July 2018
Are you passionate about the Kaitiakitanga of te taiao o Te Matau-a-Māui?
E ngākau whiwhita ana koe ki te...
6 July 2018
The National Environmental Standards for Plantation Forestry appears to be settling in well.
5 July 2018
The Plant Thru Winter planting this Saturday 7 July will be a strong community project with Twyford orchardist...
5 July 2018
A plan to spend $1 million kick-starting six environmental hot spot projects in Hawke’s Bay has had some...
4 July 2018
A project aimed at creating a Predator Free Hawke’s Bay has been launched in Napier tonight (5pm Monday 2 July...
3 July 2018
HBRC has completed the sale of the Ruataniwha Water Storage Scheme intellectual property and assets for $100k.
2 July 2018
The New Zealand Marine Science Society’s 57th Annual Conference is being hosted by Hawke’s Bay Regional Council in...
2 July 2018
Are you a highly motivated financial professional looking
for a varied and challenging role in a great lifestyle...
29 June 2018
A wetland enhancement near Takapau township has been established as a demonstration of what can be done with wet...
28 June 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for a highly organised and innovative person to provide...
28 June 2018
We are currently seeking a GIS Analyst to join our Information Services Team within ICT at Hawke’s Bay Regional...
28 June 2018
IMPORTANT goBay Update -Hastings/Hastings-Napier will NOT be travelling along Pakowhai Road.
27 June 2018
During heavy rain in June, HBRC scientists were out measuring how much soil was carried out to sea – there wa...
27 June 2018
Gumboots will need to be the priority footwear this coming weekend for the Plant Thru Winter planting event at...
27 June 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Chairman Rex Graham says the Council has adopted a revolutionary Long Term Plan...
27 June 2018
Spending an hour watching the number of birds in the garden provides valuable information for biodiversity...
27 June 2018
We're getting a great response from the remaining landowners working to complete farm plans for their Tukituki...
21 June 2018
The Plant Thru Winter community planting programme continues this weekend, with volunteers working in the Karamū...
21 June 2018
We are seeking a versatile person to join us as an Environmental Officer. A good understanding of relevant...
20 June 2018
Hawkes Bay Regional Council is looking for a confident and dynamic leader to manage the Tukituki/Southern Coast...
20 June 2018
We urge cyclists to avoid parts of the cycle trails for a few weeks and generally take care on the surface which...
14 June 2018
The National Wetland Restoration Symposium will be held in Napier on 26 – 28 September and registrations have...
13 June 2018
In its first season of mānuka honey production, results from the Tūtira trial mānuka plantation are very...
13 June 2018
Community planting events pick up this weekend with two events focused on the Karamū Stream to help improve water...
12 June 2018
Hawke’s Bay is not yet in the coldest part of winter and already both Napier and Hastings have exceeded the air...
12 June 2018
More than 20,000 native plants are heading to properties throughout Hawke’s Bay this week ready to be planted...
12 June 2018
Stock exclusion and native planting have been the focus at Whakakī Lake in the last few weeks as the Hawke’s Bay...
11 June 2018
The first collaborative plan in New Zealand for researching the marine and coastal area has been publicly launched...
8 June 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is seeking applicants for this new senior role focused on developing and monitoring...
7 June 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is seeking applicants for this new organisational leadership role focused on...
7 June 2018
The Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence Emergency Management Group is looking to fill a challenging and varied role as an...
6 June 2018
Are you ready to inspire our business to be fully engaged in a successful transition to our new core busine...
6 June 2018
As a Senior Project Manager you will enjoy a varied role that contributes to strategic thinking, how council can...
6 June 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council staff and councillors will be there tomorrow(Wednesday 6 June) to witness a...
5 June 2018
Twenty Hawke’s Bay schools will have the opportunity of having students take part in an educational programme at...
5 June 2018
The Regional Council recently discovered arsenic in groundwater at three Hawke’s Bay locations.
1 June 2018
Hon Stuart Nash will launch a new research plan for Hawke’s Bay’s marine and coastal area on Friday 8 June.
1 June 2018
Roger and Diane Alexander have been presented with an Environmental Award for their restoration of a wetland at...
31 May 2018
People who draw groundwater from private bores need to know they may contain some higher levels of...
30 May 2018
There is good support in Hawke’s Bay for a technical group’s new national report on Climate Change.
29 May 2018
Over 75% of the Tukituki catchment is now covered by a Farm Plan, with 360 Farm Plans or low intensity...
28 May 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has today confirmed a range of proposals outlined in its Long Term Plan, called...
24 May 2018
The Biodiversity Hawke's Bay Action Plan was launched to a packed auditorium in Havelock North last night.
23 May 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s Plant Thru Winter programme kicks off with the first public planting event of the...
22 May 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council will spend the next three days (Tues, Wed, Thurs) hearing and considering submission...
21 May 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council coastal and marine scientists are getting a clearer picture of what is going on deep...
17 May 2018
An algal bloom off Marine Parade has been sampled and identified.
15 May 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Biosecurity team has released the new strain of rabbit calicivirus.
7 May 2018
We are looking for an experienced policy planning analyst who can contribute to the Council’s challenging and...
4 May 2018
The carpark and visitor area at Pekapeka Regional Park will be closed to visitors this weekend from 4pm Friday.
3 May 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is about to begin a region-wide monitoring programme of riparian zones.
3 May 2018
A plan, which outlines how land and water in the Heretaunga Plains will be managed in the future is nearing...
2 May 2018
HBRC, via investment company HBRIC Ltd, is calling for expressions of interest to purchase the residual asset...
26 April 2018
The Community Engagement Coordinator will be a key member of Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s marketing and...
26 April 2018
The Hawke’s Bay Emergency Management Group is a cooperative of all of the councils in Hawke’s Bay. Our role is to...
26 April 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is looking for an experienced Human Resources Administrator.
24 April 2018
This year, Napier City and Hawke’s Bay Regional Councils have had numerous enquiries about how to control rats and...
23 April 2018
On ANZAC Day, Wednesday 25th April, the Saturday bus timetable will be in operation.
23 April 2018
Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence Emergency Management (HBCDEM) is seeking suitable applicants to lead the development of...
20 April 2018
The Hawke’s Bay Emergency Management Group wants to appoint a Team Leader for a small team of emergency management...
20 April 2018
Yellow bristle grass (YBG) is an aggressive pest plant which is a concern for farmers and has been found in...
19 April 2018
A national environmental report released today backs up the direction proposed in the Hawke’s Bay Regional...
19 April 2018
With winter just around the corner landowners are being urged to get online now and order their supplies of poplar...
17 April 2018
A joint project between Hawke’s Bay Regional Council and NIWA with MPI co-funding aims to map a part of the Hawke...
13 April 2018
A roadmap for research into the marine and coastal area of Hawke’s Bay has been developed by a collaborative group...
13 April 2018
Harbourmaster Notice of a safety exclusion zone at Mahia Peninsula for Rocket Lab orbital rocket test flight...
13 April 2018
Hawke's Bay Regional Council's land management team is trialling a flexible fence for keeping stock out of river...
12 April 2018
Outdoor burning can be a health hazard and so is banned during winter in Hastings and Napier airsheds.
12 April 2018
The Regional Councils Environment and Services Committee today adopted the Regulation Group’s revised Enforcement...
11 April 2018
The Regional Council is working with landowners, iwi and local interests to reinstate a popular section of...
11 April 2018
People are asked to be on the look out for the pest plant Woolly nightshade in Hawke's Bay as it comes into...
10 April 2018
A $1.5 million Government grant has kicked started a four-year project that will accelerate existing efforts to...
9 April 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council today released a report outlining options on how best to secure the region’s economic...
4 April 2018
HBRC is now seeking a full-time Group Manager to lead their Asset Management team in Napier, NZ.
This pivotal...
29 March 2018
Water quality monitoring by the Council indicates that potentially toxic algae levels are present on the Tukituki...
29 March 2018
Hawke's Bay Regional Council has received consent applications from the Port of Napier to construct a new wharf...
28 March 2018
People who have pet rabbits are advised to get their animals vaccinated against a new strain of rabbit caliciviru...
24 March 2018
The Regional Council has taken enforcement action against an individual and a company for separate incidents that...
23 March 2018
The Regional Council is now in the five week consultation period for its ten year plan, called Facing our Future...
20 March 2018
The Hawke's Bay District Health Board has downgraded the swimming warning at Pandora Pond to 'Caution Advised'
20 March 2018
Facing Our Future 2018-28 is the Regional Council’s consultation document for its ten year plan for Hawke’s Bay...
18 March 2018
Welcome the change of seasons and mark the equinox next week at the Ātea a Rangi star compass at Waitangi Regional...
16 March 2018
Water sampling of Pandora Pond and surrounding areas will resume tomorrow after last week’s heavy rain meant...
14 March 2018
Submissions on the proposed Regional Pest Management Plan are due in this week, by Friday 16 March.
13 March 2018
We are seeking an experienced all-rounder with mechanical ability, to join our team based in Taradale. The role...
13 March 2018
HBRC is looking for a highly motivated Debtors Officer to join our finance team.We are looking for someone with...
5 March 2018
Time is running out to get your Farm Plan done if you are in the Tukituki Catchment. Come and get the job started...
1 March 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is organising a series of workshops and information sessions for farmers in the...
1 March 2018
Fencing a section of the Paritua Stream that runs through farmland at Bridge Pa is another step to help improve...
1 March 2018
HBRC has today briefed staff on a proposal to strengthen the delivery of its services across the region.
1 March 2018
A $5 million dollar financial investment from the Government to reopen the Wairoa-Napier rail line has been...
23 February 2018
The ‘Paws at Pākōwhai’ event for dogs is on again at Pākōwhai Regional Park (near Hastings) on Saturday 10 March...
22 February 2018
Rusty is a trained Velvetleaf tracker dog who HBRC used to hunt out this pest plant in known infested paddocks.
22 February 2018
Deciding on the priorities to look after and enhance special ecosystem sites in HB is well underway.
21 February 2018
SeaWeek events organised by Hawke’s Bay Regional Council offer a chance for the community to get together on the...
21 February 2018
Join us for a Community Planting Day! Lots of options to join in and help over Winter 2018.
15 February 2018
The first step in restoring the Makirikiri Stream in Takapau was taken on Sunday 11 February when whanau of Te...
15 February 2018
As part of NZ Seaweek HBRC is undertaking a beach clean up at Waitangi Regional Park -
9am-12pm, Saturday 3...
15 February 2018
Come and have some fun at the beach. Create a sea creature, land creature, fantastical creature. See if you can...
15 February 2018
Hawke’s Bay secondary school students with a passion for conservation have a chance to make a difference with...
8 February 2018
How to reach the Napier Library at MTG by bus.
8 February 2018
A plan proposing changes to animal, plant, and marine pest management is available for public consultation until...
7 February 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is keeping a close eye on the region’s favourite swimming spots throughout summer.
5 February 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council seeks industry and public comment on the Proposed Regional Pest Management Plan from...
2 February 2018
Route 12 services between Napier and Hastings are likely to be delayed during construction work .
30 January 2018
Hawke’s Bay people are being urged to spare a thought for the fish as the temperature in the region’s waterway...
30 January 2018
A summer crew of young people is helping to keep parts of Hawke’s Bay’s forests and bush areas clear of weeds.
30 January 2018
Potentially toxic algae is in parts of the Tukituki River.
29 January 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council environmental scientists gave the latest climate briefing on Friday 19 January.
23 January 2018
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a smart, proactive, ‘can do’ person who is able to unleash their...
17 January 2018
While many of us have been enjoying our summer holidays, a Waikato University student has been busy studying the...
17 January 2018
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has limited vehicle access at four locations along the Ngaruroro River near Napier...
12 January 2018
The final date for paying Hawke’s Bay Regional Council rates is coming up - Wednesday 31 January.
12 January 2018
Playing out at the mouth of the Tukituki River is a dramatic story involving natural born killers, brutal storm...
9 January 2018
Do you have exceptional customer service ability? Do you have experience in dealing with people with...
22 December 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council will soon have a much better idea of the amount of dust circulating around the...
22 December 2017
Members of the public may have noticed some extra construction taking place in the Karamu Stream near the new...
20 December 2017
Our main Dalton St, Napier office and Wairoa and Waipawa officers will be closed from 22 Dec to 3 Jan, Works and...
19 December 2017
Check out the Christmas bus services with GoBay.
15 December 2017
The final stages of the Ātea a Rangi star compass are in preparation to complete this popular attraction at...
14 December 2017
With summer well and truly upon us Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is encouraging people to get out and enjoy the...
14 December 2017
The Council is looking at options for how to make its commercial investments work harder, in preparation for it...
13 December 2017
Hawke’s Bay’s dairy farmers consistently achieving full compliance with their resource consents were recognised at...
11 December 2017
HBRC's Water Information Services team is running a pilot irrigation efficiency scheme with the support of...
6 December 2017
We are seeking a versatile person to join us as an Environmental Officer. This position involves dealing with...
5 December 2017
An area around Mahia Peninsula is reserved as a Navigation Safety zone for the exclusive use of Rocket Lab during...
5 December 2017
The latest water monitoring results show the air curtain being trailed in Waikōpiro Lake at Tūtira this summer...
5 December 2017
Phormidium in our region's braided rivers is a potential health risk for dogs again this summer, and there are...
4 December 2017
Long term investment in a number of biosecurity programmes by Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is starting to benefit...
30 November 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is looking for an Engineer (Chartered, or working towards) to add their skills and...
29 November 2017
The annual afternoon tea for survivors of the 1931 Hawke’s Bay Earthquake will be held again on Sunday 4 February...
29 November 2017
We are seeking a versatile person to join us as an Environmental Officer. This position involves the monitoring...
29 November 2017
If you would like to give feedback about Emergency Mobile Alert, please complete our feedback form...
26 November 2017
Staff from two businesses yesterday closed the Tyne Street drain gates to stop pollution draining into Ahuriri...
21 November 2017
SUBMISSIONS NOW CLOSED
Hastings District Council are applying for resource consents for a coastal protection...
18 November 2017
A new climate change report will help HBRC to re-prioritise its work programme, ahead of 2018’s Long Term Plan.
15 November 2017
Due to roadworks around Napier and Hastings, we are experiencing delays on our services between...
2 November 2017
We are looking for an HR Advisor to support our HR Manager, but taking a particular focus on training and...
1 November 2017
Mana Ahuriri Trust and HBRC are about to start work removing colonies of an invasive marine tubeworm.
31 October 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council will be undertaking a desktop oil spill exercises on Thursday 2 November 2017.
30 October 2017
Regular water monitoring is showing an air curtain being trialled in Waikōpiro Lake at Tūtira this summer appear...
30 October 2017
Notifying a reserved area at Pandora Pond, Ahuriri for Ironmaori triathlon events on 3 & 4 November.
28 October 2017
HBRC is looking for a well organised, proactive, customer support extraordinaire with a positive ‘can do’ attitude...
25 October 2017
This first of five planned summer climate briefings will be held at the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Chambers on...
24 October 2017
Submissions to the Regional Navigation Safety Bylaw close on 31 October and the only change to rules in Central...
24 October 2017
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a smart, proactive, ‘can do’ person who is able to unleash their...
19 October 2017
Nau mai, haere mai e hoa mā! PōhutukawaX is part of a series of mini events extending the energy and momentum of...
19 October 2017
A Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Environmental fund has helped subsidise the cost to people of taking their e-waste...
19 October 2017
HBRC are looking for a project manager to make a significant difference in the biodiversity opportunities for...
16 October 2017
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Harbourmaster directs that an exclusion zone will apply for all vessels except...
14 October 2017
The Harbourmaster says that Safer Boating Week's basic messages about lifejackets and communications are for all...
13 October 2017
HBRC’s land advisors met with 34 Farm Plan providers in Waipawa to tackle the challenge of delivering 1,100 CHB...
5 October 2017
Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence Emergency Management Group are looking for a person with relevant experience and...
4 October 2017
The draft Hawke’s Bay Navigation Safety Bylaw 2017 has been approved for final consultation - submissions by 31...
30 September 2017
The Hawke’s Bay Navigation Safety Bylaw has been reviewed and is now open for public consultation until 31 October...
27 September 2017
A series of hui are being held during October where Māori can discuss electoral requirements and options for their...
26 September 2017
School holiday programmes in Napier and Hastings will see around 300 children learn safer boating skills.
26 September 2017
An air curtain is being trialled in Waikōpiro Lake at Tūtira this summer as work continues towards improving the...
22 September 2017
It’s time to discuss how we fund the fixes for coastal hazard risks between Clifton and Tangoio.
21 September 2017
More pou are being welcomed to the Ātea a Rangi – the 50 metre wide Star Compass at Waitangi Regional Park - on...
20 September 2017
Electors of the Hawke’s Bay region have the right to demand a poll on the electoral system to be used for...
19 September 2017
Ratepayers, we'd like your views on how you would prefer to see your rates used - we are surveying ratepayers to...
18 September 2017
A bold action plan for restoring native habitats, species and ecosystems has been endorsed by the Environment and...
14 September 2017
HBRC will today manually open Wairoa’s Whakaki Lake to the sea, to lower the lake level.
13 September 2017
Harbourmaster Martin Moore supports Water Safety NZ’s call for better swimming and water safety education for NZ...
5 September 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has voted unanimously to move on from the Ruataniwha Water Storage Scheme and focu...
31 August 2017
Regional Councils across NZ have released a Biodiversity ThinkPiece.
30 August 2017
HBRC Works Group is seeking an experienced Catchment Worker/Tractor Spray Operator to join the council's busine...
30 August 2017
Landowners should be on the look out for rooks which are getting ready to pair off for the breeding season.
25 August 2017
HBRC has notified its annual week control programme at rivers, drains and cycle trails.
All chemical...
24 August 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is calling on the public to help find who is responsible for a waste diesel discharge...
24 August 2017
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has today voted unanimously to oppose the Water Conservation Order (WCO...
22 August 2017
New scientific advice from the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council indicates the effects of current groundwater take...
18 August 2017
Farmers and growers are encouraged to enter the 2018 Ballance Farm Environment Awards which are now open.
15 August 2017
A fund to help people suffering from long-term illness following last year’s campylobacter outbreak has been set...
9 August 2017
MfE today announced that two critical enhancement projects for degraded HB lakes are being considered for funding.
8 August 2017
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a smart, proactive, ‘can do’ person who is able to unleash their...
3 August 2017
From 1 August until the end of September there will be re-routing of Route 15 due to road works and lane closures.
27 July 2017
Regional Councillors have been appointed to a new Joint Committee on Drinking Water being established for Hawke'...
27 July 2017
Councillor Neil Kirton has been appointed to Te Komiti Muriwai o Te Whanga – the Ahuriri Estuary Committee.
26 July 2017
Councillors call for a definitive plan and commitment for alternative to closed Manawatu Gorge road.
26 July 2017
HBRC has received an application from Pan Pac Forest Products Limited for a resource consent.
25 July 2017
Hastings has had its first air quality exceedance for 2017.
25 July 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has received an application from Te Mata Mushroom Company Ltd for a resource consent...
21 July 2017
HBRC is looking for a well organised, proactive, administration extraordinaire with a positive ‘can do’ attitude...
19 July 2017
Public Notice - Jet Boating NZ Central Districts Club propose to hold a members’ river run event on 30 July.
17 July 2017
Hawke's Bay Regional Council’s Environment & Service Committee is requesting the Council’s Investment Company...
12 July 2017
A new online tool launched in Hawke’s Bay today will help connect people so they can carpool, cycle or walking...
10 July 2017
Hastings air quality for June was exceedence free for the first time.
10 July 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council will await advice from its investment company, HBRIC Ltd before it decides its next...
6 July 2017
We are looking for a person with relevant experience and qualifications to work in the Wairoa community helping...
5 July 2017
We currently have an exciting opportunity in our ICT team for a smart, proactive, ‘can do’ person. This is a 12...
3 July 2017
Council is looking to fill this important role in our rates team. The role is the key to the successful operation...
30 June 2017
New dog agility features have been installed at Pakowhai Regional Park so dogs have more to play with.
30 June 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has today given its reluctant support to a strategy aimed at managing urban...
28 June 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has today approved a plan to develop a one million dollar kick-start fund to clean up...
28 June 2017
How many native birds visit your garden? Let us know by taking part in the annual NZ Garden Bird Survey.
22 June 2017
A piece of pristine private riverbed was today handed back from the McHardy family to public ownership under the...
22 June 2017
After this year's official opening in March, a further 12 ornately-carved Pou were today unveiled on the same...
21 June 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is providing a once in a lifetime experience for US students studying agriculture and...
20 June 2017
Students from fifteen Enviroschools in Hawke’s Bay met on Tuesday 13 June at Eskdale School to present their...
14 June 2017
A discussion document for a review of pest management in Hawke's Bay is available, ahead of developing a new plan.
14 June 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is reviewing the way it approaches pest management. We need your feedback by 7 July...
12 June 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council congratulates Whangawehi Catchment Group at Mahia for its well-deserved success a...
9 June 2017
Farmers and community groups are adding thousands of plants to streams and rivers throughout Hawke’s Bay thi...
9 June 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council will spend next Monday hearing and considering submissions to its draft Annual Plan...
9 June 2017
Hawke’s Bay primary school students will be experiencing some environmentally dramatic scenes for the next...
8 June 2017
The Whangawehi Restoration Project group is hoping for success at this week’s prestigious Green Ribbon Awards, the...
7 June 2017
Volunteers are welcome at the second month of planting events coordinated by Hawke’s Bay Regional Council starting...
6 June 2017
The Future of our Water Community Symposium was live streamed from Peak Vision Church in Havelock North.
1 June 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has put in place stronger conditions to reduce the environmental and financial risk...
31 May 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council, the Environmental Defence Society and Fish & Game New Zealand have jointly agreed to...
31 May 2017
A review is underway of the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s commercial investments and activities.
31 May 2017
The Council has today appointed James Palmer as its new Chief Executive, taking over the reins on 19 June.
24 May 2017
Nearly 30 speakers will address a public symposium being held on June 1 and 2, 2017.
22 May 2017
In accordance with the Navigation Safety Bylaw 2012 Clause 3.8, a Navigational Safety Zone will be in place to...
18 May 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is keeping a close eye on feedlot and feedpad operations across the region thi...
18 May 2017
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two resource technicians. One each in our Hydrology and Groundwater teams. ...
17 May 2017
Te Mata Mushrooms Company has developed a new plan to address ongoing odour issues from its Havelock North factory.
12 May 2017
This weekend's planting event is alongside the Clive River, Farndon Road, Sat 13 May, starting at 9am.
11 May 2017
A councillor-initiated review of the Ruataniwha Water Storage Scheme will be presented at a special meeting of...
9 May 2017
Hawke’s Bay residents are asked to report any Woolly nightshade plants found in gardens, wasteland areas and...
9 May 2017
HBRC is looking for a person to add value to the data management processes for the Resource Management Group.
9 May 2017
Rules applying to outdoor fires during winter in the Napier and Hastings air sheds began on Monday 1 May. Hawke’...
4 May 2017
A planting day on 6 May will be the first at the star compass and the public are invited to give a helping hand.
2 May 2017
HBRC staff advise the public to avoid contact with Lake Tūtira.
28 April 2017
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has appointed three additional independent directors to its investment company...
26 April 2017
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has agreed to delay the report back on the review of the Ruataniwha Water Storage...
20 April 2017
We are recruiting a Senior Planner to sit in the Strategic Development Group, working on the preparation and...
18 April 2017
Our Annual Plan is open for submission from 12 April 2017 and will close at 4pm Friday 12 May 2017.
13 April 2017
HBRCl has made 4 applications to MfE's Freshwater Improvement Fund, in the hope of fast-tracking improvements to...
13 April 2017
Bus passengers in Hawke's Bay will have improved ticketing by June next year.
12 April 2017
An innovative floating fish ramp is proving an inexpensive and robust solution to overcoming barriers preventing...
10 April 2017
HBRC’s draft Annual Plan for 2017-18 is out for public consultation from Monday 10 April until 4.00pm on Friday 12...
7 April 2017
Consultation on the proposal to change gravel extraction management in Hawke's Bay is now open until 5 May.
1 April 2017
Our offices will be closed from 12 noon on Friday 31 March for the remainder of the day.
30 March 2017
HBRC adopted the Draft Annual Plan 2017-18, and approved a consultation document ahead of April-May's consultation...
30 March 2017
Members of the community involved in Hawke’s Bay’s coastal hazards strategy are leading decision-making to manage...
29 March 2017
Are you ready to further your career in one of New Zealand’s most desirable regions?
Do you have a good...
29 March 2017
Council has raised concerns about the effectiveness of a strategy developed to manage urban development on the...
29 March 2017
Do you have an affinity with land sustainability? Do you want to have a positive impact on rural landscapes and...
21 March 2017
HBRC successfully prosecuted a local contractor for burning prohibited items on his Whakatu property.
21 March 2017
Ātea a Rangi, the fifty metre wide star compass, was unveiled at a dawn ceremony on 20 March at Waitangi Regional...
20 March 2017
Do you have a sound understanding of rural issues? Can you influence change?
HBRC wants an excellent communicator...
17 March 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is looking at new ways to manage gravel taken from the region’s rivers and wants to...
17 March 2017
TANK members heard the latest science from hydrologists about flow stats for Ngaruroro River - it contained some...
17 March 2017
Plans for the upcoming pine forest harvest at the back of Tūtira Regional Park were approved at this week’...
16 March 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has appointed an interim Chief Executive to replace its existing Chief Executive who...
15 March 2017
If national approvals are given, HBRC proposes a coordinated release of the new rabbit calicivirus into Hawke’...
15 March 2017
The popular ‘dog park’ at Pākōwhai Regional Park near Hastings will be the focus for the 'Paws at Pākōwhai' event...
9 March 2017
Enviroschools Hawke’s Bay has secured a new funding partner for this financial year.
The Hastings District...
6 March 2017
Werohia waka ama events at Pandora Pond 10 March & at Clive River 17 March.
6 March 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council will have its annual marine oil spill exercise in Napier’s Inner Harbour on Tuesday...
3 March 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has today taken the first steps towards appointing a new Chief Executive for the...
1 March 2017
The Regional Planning Committee debated a potential Plan Change on Oil & Gas Exploration, and a moratorium on the...
1 March 2017
Hawke’s Bay people are being encouraged to come and help clean up the beach at this weekend’s Awatoto Beach...
28 February 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is reviewing the Navigation Safety Bylaw that applies to coastal and some river areas
28 February 2017
New marker buoys are in place at Hardinge Road beach for the benefit of ocean swimmers, triathletes and waka...
23 February 2017
After 10 years as Chief Executive of HBRC, including three years as HBRIC Ltd Chief Executive, Andrew Newman ha...
22 February 2017
To celebrate Seaweek, Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is once again holding a community beach clean-up at Waitangi...
21 February 2017
We’ll be at Pakowhai Regional Park (the dog park) to give dog walkers a special treat - breakfast! We will have...
21 February 2017
After this weekend’s generous rain, only one irrigation ban is left on in Hawke's Bay.
20 February 2017
A summary of two items discussed at today's HBRC Corporate & Strategic meeting.
15 February 2017
The popularity of Hawke’s Bay Trails is continuing to climb, with new figures showing a record number of people...
15 February 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council and Eastland Group have agreed to resolve the current prosecution regarding the Waihi...
14 February 2017
Those heading into Napier for Art Deco celebrations this weekend are being urged to take the hassle out of getting...
13 February 2017
A few irrigation bans were able to be lifted this week but, because little rain is forecast, they are likely to...
13 February 2017
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a smart, proactive, ‘can do’ person who is able to unleash their...
8 February 2017
A new role has been created to assist with the maintenance of the Council’s regional park, river and stream...
8 February 2017
FORTY water take bans are now in effect and the region desperately needs forecast rain.
7 February 2017
The special afternoon tea for people who survived the 1931 Hawke's Bay Earthquake is on Sunday 12 February at 2pm.
3 February 2017
This is a summary of this month's climate briefing held at HBRC.
2 February 2017
Rural representatives met at HBRC on Tues 2 Feb to get an overview of the dry conditions affecting the region.
2 February 2017
With World Wetlands Day happening around the world on Thursday 2 February, the focus will be on ‘Wetlands for...
1 February 2017
Tukituki River users are warned that there is an increase in phormidium, blue-green algae in some reaches.
1 February 2017
Appointed members of two Coastal Hazard Assessment Panels met to launch the next phase of the region’s coastal...
1 February 2017
Interested in the current dry conditions? Come to the climate briefing this Thursday.
31 January 2017
More irrigation bans are back on, with a total of 37 now in force, and very little rain is predicted for Hawke’...
30 January 2017
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has raised concerns about reports of people dumping rubbish and setting fire to it in...
27 January 2017
Regional Council rates are due for payment by Tuesday 31 January.
27 January 2017
A summary of decisions on agenda items -
- Council Upgrade on Hold
- RWS Moratorium Extended
- Honorarium...
26 January 2017
Do you have a sound understanding of rural issues? Can you influence change?
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council i...
25 January 2017
Thanks to some rainfall, some irrigation bans have been lifted - only 29 total and partial water bans are in force...
24 January 2017
The Awatoto entry of Waitangi Regional Park is temporarily closed while we complete the driveway paving and...
23 January 2017
As the region continues to dry out, HBRC is currently managing 34 water bans on irrigation takes across the region.
16 January 2017
There’s no better time than the middle of a hot Hawke’s Bay summer to enjoy our beautiful cycle trails.
12 January 2017
Inflatable dinghys and pool chairs should never be used as boats, says Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Harbourmaster...
12 January 2017
The monthly state of the environment report for December was released today, recording very low rainfall for the...
12 January 2017
People should beware the risks to people and animals from toxic algae, warns HBRC and the HB District Health Board.
11 January 2017
Boaties can upgrade their lifejackets on Saturday 14 January thanks to Coastguard's Old4New scheme.
10 January 2017
The cause of the eel and fish deaths in Lake Tūtira are still being investigated by Hawke’s Bay Regional Council...
23 December 2016
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s Investment Company HBRIC Ltd has appointed Sam Robinson as its Interim Chairman.
23 December 2016
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council believes involving all stakeholders is the key to achieving a “healthy aquatic...
23 December 2016
Te Matau a Māui Voyaging Trust is using the summer solstice to mark points of sunrise and sunset on the new...
22 December 2016
A trial “no excuses” policy for recreational boaties not carrying or wearing lifejackets, or speeding on the water...
22 December 2016
A recent course in electric fishing techniques will assist with freshwater monitoring.
22 December 2016
Our Napier, Waipawa and Wairoa offices are closed for the holidays from 3.00pm Friday 23 December, reopening...
22 December 2016
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council building in Napier is helping GeoNet gain valuable insights into how New Zealand...
19 December 2016
We are currently recruiting a Planner to sit within the Strategic Development Group, to assist in resource...
19 December 2016
The annual afternoon tea for survivors of the 1931 Hawke’s Bay Earthquake is always a special occasion.
16 December 2016
A health warning has been issued that people should not swim in the Puhokio Stream at Waimarama until further...
16 December 2016
The Heretaunga Plains river corridors, and the services these rivers provide, are being reviewed.
15 December 2016
HBRC is investigating fish deaths in Lake Tūtira, with staff quickly on site to identify the cause.
15 December 2016
GoBay bus service provider HBRC are supporting this Saturday’s Christmas at the Park event at HB Showgrounds with...
14 December 2016
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has supported two Notice of Motions from Councillors at its monthly meeting today.
14 December 2016
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has today voted to require all future water bottling consent applications be...
14 December 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council today agreed to withdraw the prosecution of Hastings District Council for a breach of...
13 December 2016
HBRC Works Group, a business unit of Council based at Taradale, is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced...
13 December 2016
A billboard alongside SH2 on the Takapau Plains alerts landowners to take action against Chilean needle grass.
8 December 2016
Two national lifejacket promotions have the whole-hearted support of Hawke's Bay's regional Harbourmaster Martin...
2 December 2016
Scientific modelling of Lake Tūtira has highlighted some options for improving water quality and reducing algal...
1 December 2016
Hawke's Bay Regional Council has received an application from Pan Pac Forest Products Limited for a change of...
30 November 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has today laid charges against the Central Hawke’s Bay District Council in relation...
30 November 2016
HBRC today agreed to request that HBRIC Ltd implement a moratorium on spending on the Ruataniwha scheme.
30 November 2016
HBRC today agreed to be the owner of a proposed suspension bridge across the Tukituki River in Central HB.
30 November 2016
Notice of exclusion zone for two IronMāori events at Pandora Pond, 2 & 3 December.
26 November 2016
HBRC's recreational water quality report for last summer shows that water quality was good for swimming at all...
24 November 2016
Access to Waitangi Regional Park between the bridges at Awatoto is closed until further notice.
24 November 2016
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s Regional Planning Committee has asked Council to progress a plan change which...
23 November 2016
HBRC’s Regional Planning Committee today discussed the outstanding values of different parts of the Ngaruroro...
23 November 2016
Waipatiki Beach Holiday Camp will be kept as a popular local camping spot, thanks to the purchase by three...
21 November 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has laid charges against a party for alleged offences uncovered in the course of it...
18 November 2016
On Sunday 20 November, the Group developing a Plan Change to manage the quality and quantity of water in the...
18 November 2016
Clive School students have been learning about Operation Patiki today.
17 November 2016
HBRC is looking for a positive minded person with relevant experience and ideally, tertiary qualifications, to...
16 November 2016
A desire by the community to protect the beach at East Clive will see a harder line taken on those flouting rule...
16 November 2016
The 7.5 magnitude earthquake centred about half way between Kaikoura and Christchurch has caused widespread damage...
14 November 2016
Speed uplifting Ngaruroro River, Chesterhope road bridge to Waitangi
12 November 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council yesterday elected Councillors to chair its committees.
10 November 2016
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is considering potential policy development related to water bottling, feedlot...
9 November 2016
The Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has agreed to commission an independent review of the Ruataniwha Water Storage...
9 November 2016
Diggers, scrapers and shapers are in full swing at the Waitangi Regional Park project site, and on track to have...
2 November 2016
Hawke’s Bay beaches are great for swimming, and people can check before they head out to the water as the region’...
2 November 2016
With summer coming, plus the combination of lower river levels and warmer water temperatures, Hawkes Bay Regional...
2 November 2016
A community meeting will be held for Clive people and beach users to talk with HBRC about vehicles and dogs on...
2 November 2016
Sea exclusion zone for Ironmaori Event in Napier, notice published in HBToday 29 November 2016.
29 October 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Chief Executive Andrew Newman appeared at the first day of the Government Inquiry...
27 October 2016
The inaugural meeting of the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council was held in Napier today.
26 October 2016
The Matariki Governance Group is seeking expressions of interest from individuals or appropriate consultants to...
18 October 2016
A fast new 40-minute express commuter bus service is great news for Hawke’s Bay Hospital staff and visitors.
17 October 2016
The final results of the HBRC triennial elections have been confirmed.
14 October 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is reviewing the Navigation Safety Bylaw that applies to coastal and some river areas.
14 October 2016
A mauri stone was today placed at the centre of the platform being created for the navigation compass at Waitangi...
14 October 2016
Hawke’s Bay expertise will be helping to keep Canterbury rivers weed-free very soon.
10 October 2016
The preliminary results from the HBRC elections are now available.
8 October 2016
The Minister of Transport, the Hon. Simon Bridges, recently announced, as part of Matariki: The Hawke’s Bay...
7 October 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is hosting this year’s NZ Association of Resource Management conference, 11-13...
6 October 2016
Joint Kiwi Rail - Port of Napier Ltd announcement about re-opening of Napier-Wairoa rail line in 2017.
6 October 2016
We are seeking a versatile person to join us as an Environmental Officer.
29 September 2016
The region’s Navigation Safety Bylaw is up for review and the Harbourmaster has had a positive initial meeting in...
28 September 2016
TANK's stormwater group visited a few hotspots to understand issues where the built environment meets our...
27 September 2016
Annual weed control spraying programme - public notice published in HBToday 22 Sept, CHB Mail 27 Sept and Wairoa...
22 September 2016
The contract has been awarded to build key parts of Waitangi Regional Park’s makeover - work starts in October.
22 September 2016
A five year Groundwater Quality report shows Hawke’s Bay aquifer systems are generally suitable for drinking water...
22 September 2016
Would you like to help shape a nationally recognised ecological restoration project?
20 September 2016
There is great news for Bay View residents wanting to catch the bus – now they can.
19 September 2016
Notice of exclusion zone published in HBToday 17 September 2016.
17 September 2016
HBRC welcomes the Government initiated independent Inquiry into the Havelock North water contamination issue...
15 September 2016
The search is on for old photos or illustrations of Pekapeka wetland for a new book.
15 September 2016
Napier dog owners are invited to a free Dogs Breakfast event at Pandora Pond, Ahuriri Estuary on Saturday 17...
13 September 2016
Hawke’s Bay’s annual Conservation Week’ programme for schools is underway for 2016.
12 September 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has reappointed Andrew Newman to the position of Chief Executive.
9 September 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council says it acknowledges the management of feedlots by farmers in the region is not...
6 September 2016
This public notice published in HB Today 3 September is a guide to landowners and occupiers on bore security
2 September 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Investment Company Ltd (HBRIC) says it will be discussing with the Department of Conservation...
1 September 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is reviewing the Regional Navigation Safety Bylaw again this year.
1 September 2016
During this winter a kaka has been frequenting an area around the Napier Botanical Gardens.
1 September 2016
The future energy usage in Hawke’s Bay has been up for discussion in Hawke’s Bay today.
30 August 2016
Do you have a passion for the environment and want to play an important part in an exciting project with national...
29 August 2016
HBRC is sending letters to each of the region’s territorial councils and other well owners asking them to check...
29 August 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and well organised person to...
29 August 2016
Public Notice regarding HBRC's role in the Havelock North Water Contamination Issue.
29 August 2016
HBRC has today advised Hastings District Council of a formal investigation into the condition of Havelock North'...
25 August 2016
In what’s becoming an annual event the Youth Environment Council beach clean up is on again on Saturday 3...
25 August 2016
An update on the work HBRC is undertaking in the investigation.
24 August 2016
HBRC continues to share the results of its groundwater monitoring in support of Hastings District Council and the...
24 August 2016
HBRC is giving full attention to investigating the water issue that laid low over 4,000 Havelock North residents.
23 August 2016
HBRC says it’s very unlikely that E. coli in the Tukituki River has caused the recent contamination of Havelock...
22 August 2016
Tender notification for Civil Engineering Contract No. AM-16-027 - Waitangi Reserve Enhancement. As advertised in...
20 August 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council seeks public input on a proposal from its investment company, Hawke’s Bay Regional...
18 August 2016
The two parties charged in relation to the works carried out on the Waihi Dam and the subsequent discharge of silt...
18 August 2016
July exceedances of the National Air Quality Standards as published in HB Today 6 August 2016.
18 August 2016
Tender notification for native plants as published in HB Today 10 August 2016.
18 August 2016
A proposal to set up a new service company for the Ruataniwha Scheme is open for public consultation.
18 August 2016
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our groundwater team for an enthusiastic, technically-minded individual with...
17 August 2016
There has been national recognition for a joint Hawke’s Bay project aimed at raising awareness of the risk and...
17 August 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s environmental science team is undertaking extensive testing of the Te Mata Aquifer...
17 August 2016
The Corporate & Strategic Committee is recommending further research into the tourism potential of the Rocket Lab...
17 August 2016
Candidates for Hawke's Bay Regional Council positions in the Local Elections 2016 have been confirmed.
12 August 2016
After ten months of the Tukituki Plan being active, a cross-sectional group of HBRC staff reported back to the RPC...
11 August 2016
The TANK Group has discussed a strong desire to ensure swimmable water quality in the Tutaekuri River catchment.
11 August 2016
A reminder that you have until 12 August to check you are correctly enrolled for the local elections.
3 August 2016
Strong relationships with tāngata whenua are key to a plan for managing water and land in the Greater Heretaunga...
3 August 2016
The reviewed Heretaunga Plains Urban Development Strategy is open for public comment.
1 August 2016
A workshop organised by HBRC on getting the most out of S-map is so popular a second session has been scheduled.
29 July 2016
Can you help make Hawke’s Bay’s cycling network the best in New Zealand?
Are you a great all-round coordinator? ...
28 July 2016
HBRC is right behind the Matariki – Hawke’s Bay Regional Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan 2016...
27 July 2016
The Regional Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday 27 July 2016 has been cancelled.
25 July 2016
Make sure you are able to vote in the 2016 Local Elections.
18 July 2016
HBRC and Police are working together to stop dirt bike riders illegally riding on sections of the Hawke’s Bay...
15 July 2016
Nominations have opened for candidates for the 2016 local elections and information is available here.
15 July 2016
Consents holders and the public can now view current resource consents on this website, using the map button...
14 July 2016
Are you a highly motivated financial professional looking for a varied and challenging role in a great lifestyle...
13 July 2016
We're delighted to confirm near-full funding for the Waitangi Regional Park project.
8 July 2016
HBRC has confirmation that further conditions required for it to sign-off on its $80 million dollar investment in...
8 July 2016
Low wind conditions are resulting in Hastings having a run of high air pollution days, with 7 so far this year.
7 July 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is looking for a person with an engineering, environmental or parks qualification to...
7 July 2016
HBRC welcomes the Minister for the Environment’s decision on the Water Conservation Order application for...
6 July 2016
A hearing for two parties charged in relation to the works carried out on the Waihi Dam and the subsequent...
5 July 2016
Over 400 Hawke’s Bay people are to be thanked for their efforts helping to add 10,000 native plants to the...
4 July 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Chairman Fenton Wilson says some additions to its investment company’s Statement of...
1 July 2016
Great news for Express bus commuters in Hawke’s Bay with two new bigger buses taking to the road from Monday 4...
1 July 2016
Another round table meeting of key sectors and agencies received an update this week on Hawke's Bay's dry...
1 July 2016
At the end of June, the TANK Group got down to a heavy workload.
1 July 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has put its support behind work looking at the state of the region’s marine...
30 June 2016
HBRIC Ltd is reassuring the public the safety of the proposed Ruataniwha Water Storage Scheme is paramount and a...
30 June 2016
On an unusual rainy day, engineer Craig Goodier shows the height that coastal inundation could reach on Napier’...
30 June 2016
The first Green Games organised by the HB Environment Youth Council are being held Wednesday 29 June.
28 June 2016
Hawke's Bay Regional Council is hosting four U.S. science students as interns.
21 June 2016
HBRC is proud to be partnering with IrrigationNZ with an insert in this quarterly magazine to Hawke’s Bay...
21 June 2016
Hawke’s Bay residents are an important part of the national Garden Bird Survey week from 25 June to 3 July, 2016.
20 June 2016
Air quality data has been added to the national LAWA website including data for Hastings, Napier and Awatoto.
20 June 2016
Funding for community groups to provide driver license training in Hawke's Bay is available through HBRC.
17 June 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Chairman Fenton Wilson says the Council will be waiting until the Auditor-General...
13 June 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has provided $200,000 to Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated to help in its preparation...
10 June 2016
Some of the Bay's key agencies have been working together to improve understanding of the region’s coastal...
9 June 2016
On Sunday (5 June), the average level of PM10 measured in Hastings exceeded the air quality standard.
7 June 2016
Public submissions to our Annual Plan and Proposed Amendment to the Long Term Plan are now available on thi...
3 June 2016
The second day of Councillors considering submissions will now start at 11am (Thursday 9 June).
3 June 2016
Find out about joining June planting days on the Karamu Stream.
30 May 2016
TANK group members met at Te Taiwhenua o Heretaunga on Tuesday and talked through a core set of freshwater value...
27 May 2016
Agencies are keeping a close watch on dry conditions and farmer welfare in Hawke’s Bay. A long dry spell mean...
27 May 2016
Over the past four months, around 900 rooks have been removed from Hawke’s Bay following calls from farmers seeing...
25 May 2016
Fish passage just got a whole lot better in northern Hawke’s Bay’s Aropaoanui River, in time for World Fish...
20 May 2016
From August 1st there will be some new and improved bus services.
19 May 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council today laid charges against two parties in relation to the works carried out on the...
19 May 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Environment & Services Committee meeting was held at the Kohupātiki Marae yesterday.
12 May 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Chairman Fenton Wilson says many people have lost sight of the important connection...
5 May 2016
A collaboration by all five Hawke’s Bay councils is bringing the Kids 4 Drama troupe back to schools over the next...
5 May 2016
Rules applying to outdoor fires during winter in the Napier and Hastings air sheds began on Sunday 1 May.
4 May 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has approved the reworked approach to fresh water policy development for the Greater...
3 May 2016
Martin Moore is the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s new Regional Harbourmaster and started at work this week.
29 April 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is entering into contractual negotiations with KiwiRail to re-establish a Napier...
29 April 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Investment Company Ltd has sufficient water uptake through signed water user agreements to...
27 April 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council says it is looking forward to seeing the detail of plans by Te Mata Mushrooms to...
18 April 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Investment Company Ltd says it is making steady progress towards its water uptake target for...
15 April 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is reassuring SuperGold card holders that the free off-peak bus travel scheme will...
15 April 2016
A review of the regional economic impacts of the Ruataniwha Water Storage Scheme forecasts more than 3,500 ongoing...
13 April 2016
Velvetleaf has been discovered in Hawke’s Bay as well as a number of other sites around New Zealand. The Ministry...
8 April 2016
There is a population explosion of wasps along Hawke’s Bay riverbanks and Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is warning...
8 April 2016
Members of the TANK group, coordinated by Hawke’s Bay Regional Council, met again this week and committed to a...
7 April 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Investment Company Ltd (HBRIC Ltd) says the major focus in March has been on working with...
1 April 2016
Hawke’s Bay bus commuters are being advised of a change to the Napier to Hastings Route 12 to ensure the bu...
31 March 2016
Earthworks for part of the Whakatu Landscape and Awa Enhancement project are scheduled to start on Tuesday 29...
24 March 2016
HBRC says it is pleased the Eastland Group has regained control of the Waihi Dam, which has been discharging silt...
24 March 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council will be undertaking one of its annual oil spill exercises at Clifton on Wednesday.
21 March 2016
HBRIC Ltd says Forest and Bird’s decision to appeal a High Court judgment giving the green light to a Department...
18 March 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council says they’ve been advised by Eastland Group that it intends to have the sluice gate...
16 March 2016
HBRC is to consult with the public on whether to sign up to take additional water from the Ruataniwha Water...
16 March 2016
There has been another step forward in the quest to make it easier for young Hawke’s Bay people to gain a driver’...
15 March 2016
Recent Government support of $575,000 for delivering the Ruataniwha Water Storage Scheme has been welcomed by the...
15 March 2016
HBRC’s Harbourmaster Phil Norman and educator Janene Hole will be on hand at ‘Kids Gone Fishing’ to talk to...
10 March 2016
Hawke’s Bay businesses, Iwi, community groups and individuals are being urged to get behind a biodiversity...
8 March 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council visited the Eastland Group’s Waihi Dam near Wairoa yesterday and are happy with the...
4 March 2016
A number of large exotic trees beside Havelock North’s Karamū Stream will shortly be felled to make way for native...
29 February 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council congratulates Graham and Marian Hirst as the Supreme winners of the 2016 East Coast...
26 February 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Investment Company Ltd (HBRIC Ltd) expects to confirm a preferred private investor for the...
24 February 2016
HBRIC says it is pleased with the High Court’s judgment rejecting a challenge to the Director-General of...
19 February 2016
Fibre-optic cable was used in the Ngaruroro River last week to find out more about the connections between...
18 February 2016
The timetables for the Route 12 service will stay the same but there will be two buses each trip.
18 February 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has been advised work will get underway tomorrow to resolve the discharge of sediment...
16 February 2016
Around 30 people attended the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s Maori Committee meeting held in the Wairoa Community...
16 February 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Maori Committee will be holding its first meeting of the year in Wairoa on Monday.
12 February 2016
It’s premature to consider a Water Conservation Order or WCO application for the Ngaruroro and Clive Rivers while...
11 February 2016
From Monday 15 February there will be extra capacity on the Hastings to EIT bus services
11 February 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is reviewing an action plan from Eastland Group outlining the steps it will take to...
9 February 2016
Lake Waikōpiro, adjacent to Lake Tūtira, has been confirmed as having dangerous levels of cyanobacteria.
5 February 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is hopeful the discharge of sediment from the Waihi Dam into the Waiau River will...
4 February 2016
A master plan is being developed in an effort to help a stakeholder group brought together by Hawke’s Bay Regional...
4 February 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Planning Committee wants to see further investigations undertaken into the costs and benefit...
4 February 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is creating a more natural, meandering flow in the stream to improve water quality...
3 February 2016
An historic agreement has been signed between the Maungaharuru-Tangitū Trust and the Hawke’s Bay Regional Council.
1 February 2016
More dead fish have been found at Lake Tūtira by HBRC’s science monitoring team this week.
29 January 2016
Finalising the investor mix for the Ruataniwha Water Storage Scheme is the current focus for the Hawke’s Bay...
29 January 2016
The realignment of Taipō Stream at Park Island has begun with the commencement of the 5 week earthwork...
25 January 2016
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council confirms that commercial calls concerning water filter sales to local residents of...
21 January 2016
HBRC's latest arrival will be taking a fresh look at the group collaborating to develop a plan change for...
21 January 2016
People have been contacted and asked to commit to a time when they are home, usually out of business hours, for a...
20 January 2016
An algal bloom sampled in Lake Tutira last week has been found to contain potentially toxic cyanobacteria.
18 January 2016
There is ongoing public concern over the silt discharge into the Waiau River and Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s i...
13 January 2016
The recent death of a pet dog due to a suspected case of cyanobacterial poisoning at a river, prompts a renewed...
11 January 2016
With summer projects well under way, homeowners doing a spot of ‘do it yourself’ can avoid causing an...
6 January 2016
The bug box in the Cape to City Enviro Shed at Hawke’s Bay Showgrounds during the Royal A&P Show received dozen...
14 December 2015
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council has had an alert that a severe algal bloom is in Lake Tūtira at present. HBRC’...
26 November 2015
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is hopeful an appeal against resource consent for an extension to Pan Pac Forest...
26 November 2015
Hawke’s Bay Regional Investment Company Ltd (HBRIC Ltd) says confirmation it has a financially viable design and...
25 November 2015
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is championing an initiative to make it easier for young Hawke’s Bay people to gain a...
19 November 2015
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