Amy Shanks

Amy Shanks
  • Joined: Aug 2012
  • published: 60

Published a story 7:16am May 16th

A new competition aims to beautify Hastings homes, gardens and businesses - adding to the city's overall appeal.

Awards aim to beautify city

16 May 2013

A new competition aims to beautify Hastings homes, gardens and businesses - adding to the city's overall appeal.

Published a story 1:05pm May 15th

Comedian Chris Martin is excited for a change of scenery after five months on a tour bus across the UK, even if it does mean more travelling.

Free food provides laughs for English funnyman

15 May 2013

Comedian Chris Martin is excited for a change of scenery after five months on a tour bus across the UK, even if it does mean more travelling.

Published a story 12:44pm May 13th

Local retailers are still selling a synthetic high under the K2 name, with one minor change to the packaging.

'Compliant' K2 quickly available

13 May 2013

Local retailers are still selling a synthetic high under the K2 name, with one minor change to the packaging.

Published a story 7:47am May 13th

Two Taradale Rd residents returned home to a nasty surprise on Saturday night, after a four-wheel-drive vehicle came off the road, clipped a parked car and smashed through a fence three houses down.

Wayward 4WD wrecks parked car

13 May 2013

Two Taradale Rd residents returned home to a nasty surprise on Saturday night, after a four-wheel-drive vehicle came off the road, clipped a parked car and smashed through a fence three houses down.

Published a story 10:31am May 8th

The traditionally quiet winter period is set to be shaken up with the introduction of 29 fun, fresh Hawke's Bay Food and Wine Classic (FAWC) events.

Winter recipe promises more FAWC delights

8 May 2013

The traditionally quiet winter period is set to be shaken up with the introduction of 29 fun, fresh Hawke's Bay Food and Wine Classic (FAWC) events.

Published a story 12:24pm Apr 25th

It has been 11 weeks and two days since Napier man Dan Browne embarked on a Fat to Fit Challenge.

Makeover sparks new lease of life

25 Apr 2013

It has been 11 weeks and two days since Napier man Dan Browne embarked on a Fat to Fit Challenge.

Published a story 8:18am Apr 24th

Pest controllers are reporting an extended, "rat season" following a long dry spell which has led to a population boom.

Extended rat season offers up surprises

24 Apr 2013

Pest controllers are reporting an extended, "rat season" following a long dry spell which has led to a population boom.

Published a story 2:54pm Apr 17th

A sense of humour and the ability to laugh at herself has kept 100-year-old Molly Whittaker young at heart.

Centenarian still young at heart

17 Apr 2013

A sense of humour and the ability to laugh at herself has kept 100-year-old Molly Whittaker young at heart.

Published a story 2:19pm Apr 16th

The arrival of contractors at William Nelson Park marks the start of a much anticipated, innovative development which will include a skate plaza, children's playground and grassed area.

Skatepark set to rise from barren site

16 Apr 2013

The arrival of contractors at William Nelson Park marks the start of a much anticipated, innovative development which will include a skate plaza, children's playground and grassed area.

Published a story 11:42am Apr 16th

The finest gems in Hawke's Bay's hospitality crown were recognised for their dedication to excellence, with an announcement of finalists for this year's awards.

Hospitality prizes await Bay's finest

16 Apr 2013

The finest gems in Hawke's Bay's hospitality crown were recognised for their dedication to excellence, with an announcement of finalists for this year's awards.

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