Hawke's Bay

Last week, Havelock North brewer Chris Ormond opened his pub up as a safe house for flood and Cyclone Gabrielle refugees. This week, its commercial kitchen ...

More than half of the visitor spend in the region comes through SH5 and SH2 from the north. “We had people last week coming into the pub in tears because they couldn't get back to Napier. “Visit when it feels right and spend money locally, especially if you live south of Hawke’s Bay.” It's not just us, it’s lots of people.” While areas of Hawke’s Bay are not accessible, as many as 82% of tourism and hospitality operators avoided damage. “Vegetables are tricky. To those questions the answer is yes, or mainly yes. Tourism here will be quite pleased to see people coming and visiting. Those able to travel here will be warmly welcomed.” Waka Kotahi has estimated it will be about four weeks before SH5 is reopened. “We are always keen to see tourists. Hotels are probably crying out for guests.