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![Why this Le Quesnoy gem is a must-visit for Kiwis in France](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Why this Le Quesnoy gem is a must-visit for Kiwis in France
If you're heading to Paris for the Olympics, or post-Olympics, this should be on the list.
![One dark, rainy day in Takapau: How one of NZ's most iconic pieces of army uniform was born](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
One dark, rainy day in Takapau: How one of NZ's most iconic pieces of army uniform was born
The hat became known colloquially as the Lemon Squeezer because of its shape.
![Opinion: Why I will support a move for a large dam in Hawke’s Bay](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Opinion: Why I will support a move for a large dam in Hawke’s Bay
OPINION: It saddens me to think of our apple trees dying and our region going backwards.
![Troubled Napier education provider had debts of $2.6 million](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Troubled Napier education provider had debts of $2.6 million
Liquidators have issued their first report to creditors.
![Sea hawk becomes a Magpie: A rare NPC rugby signing from Wales](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Sea hawk becomes a Magpie: A rare NPC rugby signing from Wales
The Magpies are preparing for a second Ranfurly Shield defence of the season on Saturday.
![Wairoa rugby gets reward with 11 players in Poverty Bay squad](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Wairoa rugby gets reward with 11 players in Poverty Bay squad
There's plenty happening as rugby switches to the representative season.
Rural News
![New highway route welcome – but what will it mean for Northlanders?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
New highway route welcome – but what will it mean for Northlanders?
Another day, another Brynderwyns announcement – will this one come through for Northland?
![Two by two: Bay chainsaw champion chipping away at international success](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Two by two: Bay chainsaw champion chipping away at international success
Waretini-Hemara hopes to be the first Kiwi to compete in Chetwynd World Carving Champs.
!['Healthy happy cows and people': Welcome to Jerseyhill Farm](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
'Healthy happy cows and people': Welcome to Jerseyhill Farm
“Michael always makes sure the cows are tended to before feeding himself.”
![Matt Chisholm on nearly losing everything and bouncing back](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Matt Chisholm on nearly losing everything and bouncing back
The former journalist and TV presenter has written his second book.
![Equine therapy paradise plays key role in people’s mental health and wellbeing journeys](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Equine therapy paradise plays key role in people’s mental health and wellbeing journeys
The tranquil environment also contributes positively to therapeutic outcomes for clients.
Lifestyle news
![Why this Le Quesnoy gem is a must-visit for Kiwis in France](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Why this Le Quesnoy gem is a must-visit for Kiwis in France
If you're heading to Paris for the Olympics, or post-Olympics, this should be on the list.
![Divorce is a dirty word - but it doesn’t have to be](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Divorce is a dirty word - but it doesn’t have to be
The most common reason for divorce is 'complacency'.
![Seal hunts eel in creek near Taradale](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Seal hunts eel in creek near Taradale
A passerby captured the moment a roaming kekeno caught an eel in Taipo Stream near the Napier suburb of Taradale, about 5km from the ocean. Video / Supplied
Car news & advice
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![Toyota demos pair of AI-powered self-driving drift cars](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Toyota demos pair of AI-powered self-driving drift cars
Toyota pushes the limits of AI-enhanced vehicle safety by... drifting!
![2024 Volkswagen California Ocean… tested at a Taupo lake](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
2024 Volkswagen California Ocean… tested at a Taupo lake
Four-beds, burners and a fridge, VW California has everything including the kitchen sink.
![Peugeot 208 GT gains hybrid power for NZ. But where's the EV gone?](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Peugeot 208 GT gains hybrid power for NZ. But where's the EV gone?
The 208 gets a new hybrid drivetrain for 2024, but the EV has been shown the door.
OneRoof property news
![Plumber found guilty of ‘significant criminal activity’ sells his Tamahere mansion](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Plumber found guilty of ‘significant criminal activity’ sells his Tamahere mansion
Award-winning home had an asking price of $4.95m.
![Route 66 founder's Northland lodge sells for more than $4.7m](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Route 66 founder's Northland lodge sells for more than $4.7m
Auckland buyer fell in love with waterfront estate after overnight stay.
![Hire a helicopter - remote bays and beaches in Marlborough Sounds up for grabs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=795)
Hire a helicopter - remote bays and beaches in Marlborough Sounds up for grabs
Island escapes on the market for sale, some for "cheap" price.
More Napier news
![Napier mayor says events are a good boost to the city](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Napier mayor says events are a good boost to the city
Kirsten Wise says events bring people, money and a good time to the city.
![Tania Wright: Japanese art and culture set to take CAN over in June](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Tania Wright: Japanese art and culture set to take CAN over in June
OPINION: Creative Arts Napier brings Japan to Napier through three art exhibitions.
![Gracehopper follows Grace as she navigates her trauma and death of loved ones](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Gracehopper follows Grace as she navigates her trauma and death of loved ones
Grace has often had to be the adult in this dysfunctional relationship with her mum.
![Have your pick of five pups looking for homes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Have your pick of five pups looking for homes
Five big pups are looking for a family and home to call their own.
![CAN art gallery welcomes all to check out the pre-winter exhibitions](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
CAN art gallery welcomes all to check out the pre-winter exhibitions
CAN welcomes all to the Napier galley as autumn weather starts to settle in.
![Book review: Brown Bird a story of self-discovery and inclusivity perfect for pre-teens](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Book review: Brown Bird a story of self-discovery and inclusivity perfect for pre-teens
Follow 11-year-old Rebecca as she makes herself invisible so people won’t call her weird.
![100km walk for Havelock North 99 year old](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
100km walk for Havelock North 99 year old
Inspired by “Captain Tom” Hamilton Logan a Hawke's Bay farming identity is walking in total 100km in his 100th year to help give those who need it a second chance at life.
!['Thought the boat would turn around': The 18-year-old conscripted to occupy nuclear-bombed Japan](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
'Thought the boat would turn around': The 18-year-old conscripted to occupy nuclear-bombed Japan
'Everything the bomb touched had died and there was hardly anything left standing.'
![Tom Husband WW2 Jay Force veteran](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Tom Husband WW2 Jay Force veteran
Reporter Maddisyn Jeffares talks to WW2 Jay Force veteran Tom Husband about his time in Japan.
![Florist business blooming as it celebrates 10 years](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Florist business blooming as it celebrates 10 years
The owner of Napier florist beauKayes loves to make someone's day with flowers.
![Review: A book for anyone worried they might be a terrible person](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Review: A book for anyone worried they might be a terrible person
A fast-paced, hilarious, and ultimately hopeful novel about much more than space facts.
![Hawke’s Bay Airport marks 60th anniversary](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Hawke’s Bay Airport marks 60th anniversary
Hawke's Bay Airport's call to all shutterbugs for 60th-birthday photo comp.
![Taradale Pottery Group reflects on love and support after Cyclone Gabrielle](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Taradale Pottery Group reflects on love and support after Cyclone Gabrielle
Pottery group finds the silver clay in the silt as it reopens cyclone-hit clubroom.
![Have your say in Napier City Council's Three-Year Plan](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Have your say in Napier City Council's Three-Year Plan
Napier City Council's Three-Year Plan has six main things they want your opinion on.
![Creative Arts Napier announces more April artists](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=795)
Creative Arts Napier announces more April artists
CAN's school holiday art exhibitions, perfect for families to come and check out together.