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Jerome went kiwifruit picking when he lost his job in the travel industry.
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School fireworks event seeking sponsors, volunteers
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Bay of Plenty community invited to water treatment planting day
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Te Puke bring Tai Mitchell Shield home
Te Puke goes through the tournament unbeaten.