BUSINESS
Hawke's Bay small businesses claim millions in interest-free loans
More than 2000 small businesses in Hawke's Bay have already claimed $42 million in interest-free loans under a government cashflow scheme, with more now eligibl...
Hawke’s Bay Wine releases inaugural single vintage Chardonnay collection
Hawke's Bay Wine has released its inaugural single vintage Chardonnay collection. The collection includes a carefully selected set of twelve 2019 Chardonnays f...
New facility positions Kennedy Park for the future
New bathroom, kitchen, and laundry facilities are now open at Napier’s Council-owned Kennedy Park Resort. The construction project, which kicked off duri...
Tukituki Trails extension to create jobs and boost local business
Work has begun on a project to nearly double the length of a popular Central Hawke’s Bay cycling and walking network. A blessing to mark the start...
Former pilot lands on feet with new job in IT Project Management
After more than 25-years in the sky, Christian Rush didn't realise a routine flight on March 17 would be his last. The former pilot, who had worked for Virgin...
MyFarm launches new $9.3m Hawke’s Bay Rockit apple syndicate
Primary sector syndication company MyFarm has launched a new Hawke’s Bay-based Rockit apple syndicate, offering the potential of cash returns rising to 20...
Work underway on Hawke's Bay Airport's new forecourt
Hawke's Bay Airport's new forecourt will be an introduction to the region and one that reflects the past, present and future of the region's people and landscap...
Rethinking the vineyard environment: Hawke’s Bay winegrower implements biodiversity
A Hawke’s Bay Vineyard owner has found a novel way to introduce biodiversity, by taking out a row of vines and replacing it with a corridor of indigenous...
Aged care expert urges young people to look into job caring for the elderly
As job seekers begin their end of year scramble to find work, an aged care expert is calling on young people and graduates to consider taking roles caring for o...
Opinion: The digital divide – what is holding our small businesses back
Small businesses owners and managers in Hawke’s Bay are at risk of digital exclusion, which could affect their quality of life and stymie the success of t...
Research examines digital divide facing Hawke's Bay small businesses
The threat of digital exclusion facing small businesses in Napier and the rest of Hawke’s Bay is the focus of a research project by EIT and InternetNZ. T...
EIT Bachelor of Business Studies student awarded Sir James Wattie Scholarship
An EIT Business Studies student, on the verge of completing her Bachelor's degree, has been awarded the prestigious Sir James Wattie Scholarship. Candice D&rsq...
Hawke's Bay growers welcome government help, but more is needed
Hawke's Bay growers are welcoming a decision by central government to allow 2000 RSE workers into the country for the upcoming season, but they say it is nowher...
Hawke's Bay Wine Auction to raise funds for Cranford Hospice on Saturday
The 29th annual Hawke's Bay Wine Auction will see close to 650 wine lovers and enthusiasts fill Toitoi HB Arts & Events Centre on Saturday, with much-needed...
Bay Espresso set to arrive on time for Hawke’s Bay Airport opening
Favourite local coffee brand and café business Bay Espresso will establish a hospitality offering at the redeveloped Hawke’s Bay Airport in 2021.&n...
Napier laundromat gives away services for flood victims
Despite this week’s flood ravaging its shop, a Napier laundromat opened up its remaining working machines free for anyone to use. When Diamond Laundry Gr...
Hawke’s Bay Foundation gains backing from global tech company
Hawke’s Bay Foundation is thrilled to welcome global technology company, Fingermark, onboard as their major corporate sponsor. The sponsorship is solely...
Call for fruit pickers answered at Pick the Bay employment expo
Hastings Mayor Sandra Hazlehurst is adamant that no fruit will be “left on the tree” this season. And judging by the turn out at the Pick the Bay E...
Former magazine editor helping Hawke's Bay business to shine.
Hawke’s Bay’s innovation and entrepreneurship are ripe for nationwide media exposure. That’s the belief of former New Zealand Woman&rsq...
Napier Civic Awards recipients announced
The late Michelle (Minnie) Ratima has received a posthumous award for her tireless devotion to her community in this year's Napier Citizens’ Civic Awards....
