Hawke’s Bay’s biggest sporting showcase of the summer has kicked off in style, pitting three of the region’s most-loved mascots against each other to find out which bird has the most physical prowess.

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Swoop the Magpie, Hawky the Hawk, and Seamore the Seagull compete at the mascot race at the opening of the 2025 North Island Colegate Games at Mitre 10 Sports Park in Hastings.