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Hawke's Bay is Great Wine Capital of the world, sharing the status with destinations like Bordeaux, Napa Valley, Mendoza and South Australia.
Find Out MoreArchies Bunker is a unique, unornamented Art Deco building offering quality affordable accommodation right in the heart of the Napier Art Deco Precinct.
Read more about "Archies Bunker"...Our Hastings Motel is the perfect option for families and clients needing Hawke's Bay Hospital accommodation, we would especially like to welcome them and all corporate travelers and visitors travelling to Hastings and the Hawke's Bay region.
Read more about "Elmore Lodge Motel"...Matangi Angus Beef is a boutique family-owned farming business producing premium 100% grass-fed Angus Beef which is bred with purpose, grown with patience and crafted with precision to optimise eating quality.
Read more about "Matangi Angus Beef & Butchery Showroom"...A spectacular venue in the seaside village of Te Awanga, on a beautiful 400 hectare coastal property overlooking the beautiful Hawke Bay and Pacific Ocean.
Read more about "Outfoxed"...We are delighted to now be operating out of our new Cellar Door, located onsite at our winery on Omahu Road.
Read more about "Pask Winery "...Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park & Snapper Cafe (previous known as Snapper Park) is a clean, quiet, spacious and well maintained Holiday park set on 9 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds directly accessing the beach.
Read more about "Top 10 Holiday Park Napier"...Add to your experience in Hawke's Bay OR if you are an avid angler, then Hawke's Bay is a must-visit destination for fly fishing.
Read more about "Wild Trout Adventures "...The earliest permanent occupants of Heretaunga were Ngāti Whatumamoa and Ngāti Awa to the north of the Ngaruroro River and Te Aitanga a Whatonga to the south.
Read more about "History of Central Hawke's Bay"...Guided or self-catered; take a leisurely spin through a corner of New Zealand’s oldest wine region (it's the YELLOW section of the Hawke's Bay Trails map).
Read more about "Hawke's Bay Trails: Wineries Ride"...There are a number of designated Council sites where overnight camping by Certified Self-Contained vehicles are permitted.
Read more about "Freedom Camping in Hastings District"...Hastings was named in 1873 by pastoral runholder and entrepreneur, Thomas Tanner, who had already settled in Central Hawke’s Bay a few years earlier.
Read more about "History of Hastings"...The village of Havelock North sits on the southeastern edge of the Heretaunga Plains at the foot of the Havelock North hills, above what was the swamp and lagoons that once made the plain almost uninhabitable until drained.
Read more about "Havelock North Architectural Drive"...In 1854, John Chambers built a small cottage for his family on a block of land which he leased from Kurupo Te Moananui.
Read more about "Havelock North Walking Heritage Trail"...Weaving in the shade of the willow trees along the Tukituki Trail in Central Hawke's Bay, this grade 2 track is a great introduction to mountain biking.
Read more about "Tukituki Trail MTB and Gum Tree MTB Park"...Dust off your bike or dig out your walking shoes and set off on the iWay network of pathways, that stretches across the twin cities of Hastings and Napier.
Read more about "iWay Urban Rides"...This 1500-acre body of water is owned and managed by Whakakī Lake Trust, who are dedicated to the protection and enhancement of the wetland environment. Whakakī Lagoon is the largest and easternmost of a string of lagoons which run close to the northern cost of Hawke Bay.
Read more about "Whakakī Lagoon"...The twin Kaweka lakes - Lake Rototuna and Lake Rotoroa - are ecologically and botanically significant because of the large number of plant species and vegetation types in the surrounding area.
Read more about "Kaweka Lakes"...For decades, the breathtaking scenery has made Māhia a favourite holiday spot for many families and individuals.
Read more about "Māhia Beach"...Opened in 2013, William Nelson Park is a popular inner city park that includes plenty of grass and seating areas, a playground and a skate plaza.
Read more about "William Nelson Park"...Content provided by the Ongaonga Historical Society The history of Ongaonga village starts in 1865 when Henry Hamilton Bridge arrived from England and purchased Fairfield farm.
Read more about "Ongaonga Walking Tour"...The Ngamoko Track is the starting point for several walks, offering varying lengths and intensities.
Read more about "Ngamoko Track"...The Onepoto Caves Track is a 2 km long return trip and is signposted at the road side, at the site of the original lake outlet.
Read more about "Onepoto Caves Track"...Please note Te Ana Falls is currently CLOSED - see Department of Conservation website for more information Tangoio Falls and Te Ana Falls are both accessed from the Tangoio Falls carpark just off State Highway 2 about 25mk north of Napier.
Read more about "Te Ana Falls - CLOSED"...The beach is a white sandy one, safe for swimming, relaxing, picnics, walking and surfing when conditions are right.
Read more about "Opoutama Beach"...This 10-hectare block is located at the base of Pukeora Scenic Road, Waipukurau and has a number of well-maintained tracks and bridges meandering through established and newly planted trees and plaques placed in memory of the community's loved ones.
Read more about "Pukeora Forest of Memories"...Waimārama is 20 minutes' drive from Havelock North, offering a long white sand beach that's generally very safe for swimming.
Read more about "Waimārama Beach"...Holt forest can be found near to Lake Tūtira (about 50 minutes drive time north of Napier) and it is an impressive aboretum with over 500 species of indigenous and introduced plants. There are a number of trails including broad gravel paths suitable for wheelchairs.
Read more about "Holt Forest"...Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit.
Read more about "Tea With Tales"...Need some help with your computer or other digital device?
Read more about "Marty's Digital Hub"...Live open-mic poetry for readers and listeners.
Read more about "Napier Live Poets"...This is Royal Society Hawke's Branch Member only event.
Read more about "Visit to ABB’s Napier manufacturing site"...Hogsnort Bulldogs Goodtime Band are back at the Century Theatre MTG Hawkes Bay with a new show featuring more of their skiffle-pop n’ jug music!
Read more about "Hogsnort Bulldogs Goodtime Band"...Join Us for a Hands-On Jewellery-Making Workshop!
Read more about "Ring Making Workshop in Napier"...This amazing wellbeing expo is run over two days.
Read more about "CHB Holistic Wellbeing Expo 2025"...Whether you're here for one day, one week or perhaps even longer, you need to tick off at least one of these non-negotiable Hawke's Bay experiences.
Here in New Zealand's Food and Wine Country, great recipes are in our DNA. From daytrips to multi-day journeys, these recipes for your Hawke's Bay holiday are sure to rise.
Hawke's Bay is Great Wine Capital of the world, sharing the status with destinations like Bordeaux, Napa Valley, Mendoza and South Australia.
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