Cate and Mike King of Pauariki Honey lost a quarter of their hives after Cyclone Gabrielle hit Tairāwhiti in February. They also faced a poor season of manuka flowering. But the raw beauty of the region and its people keep them going and provide inspiration for Cate's batik-style art which in turn is helped along by the bees.
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Defending state Class B champion Mariners, who have won 52 straight games over three years, to face area rival Medomak Valley in next round. Updated with photos and video.