Mr Pip & Pablo and a touch of feline

and a touch of feline mischief — including appearances from Mr Pip’s fluffy apprentice

And there was even a red-carpet premiere at Govett Brewster Museum

Thanks to Creative Communities funding

‘Ross the Cat’ has quickly become a firm family favourite

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Mr Pip & Pablo and a touch of felineIt seems Ross the Cat isnt the only famous feline in New Plymouth Helens newest picture book, due for release in November 2026, celebrates another much loved local legend: Mr Pip, the friendly ginger cat of Taranaki Base Hospital. Beautifully illustrated once again by Simon Chadwick, this heartwarming story is filled with connection, community, and a touch of feline mischief including appearances from Mr Pips fluffy apprentice, Pablo. Even more