Places
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to see, to be, to explore around the region and elsewhere
some enchanted hawke’s bay evening
The Enchanted Ball is Hawke’s Bay’s most glamorous event, which only reveals the secret and stunning venue on the night. A long, long time ago (sometime before the 1980s) people…
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maggie’s many ways
There are many ways to experience Maggie’s Way Walkway, and who better than our Michael to travel as many as he could find and report back. Here’s how he got…
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what on earth is terroir?
Reference – Dr Ashton Senior Scientist – Land, Hawke’s Bay Regional Council. With all the talk that goes on about this great wine-producing region of ours, we went on the…
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kiwiesque resilience
A little over year ago, the destruction wrought by Cyclone Gabrielle turned Esk Valley into a disaster zone that looked too intense to come back from. But now, the valley…
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on a mission to mission hills
Cities grow at a constant rate, generally speaking. Sometimes there are seasons of growth and there are times of equilibrium. Drivers for growth vary around the country, like the rebuilding…
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exploring the rich history of pōrangahau
Nestled along the rugged coastline of Central Hawke’s Bay, Pōrangahau is a village steeped in history and adorned with tales of resilience, community spirit and the echoes of a bygone…
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Birdwoods: Sharing Stories
Nestled amid the picturesque landscapes of Havelock North in the Hawke’s Bay region, Birdwoods stands as more than just a business; it is a testament to the Stobart family’s history,…
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Oh! Omatua
An historic property in Rissington was dealt a blow by Cyclone Gabrielle, but the family has risen to the challenge and used a crisis to create a fresh opportunity. Susan…
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Off Grid Views
Living off-grid and living the lifestyle you want are two ideas that need careful attention if they are to sit together in harmony. David Trim found a place where this…
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