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Family of people killed in workplace incidents were at the memorial in Napier.
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The Aronui Arts Festival Matariki drone show returns to the Rotorua Lakefront this June. Video / Kaponga Productions
A new design for a low cost, fast build and sustainable house has been launched in Rotorua
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Pregnant beautician awarded $100k after being made to quit
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Motorists back to 100km/h speed limit on SH30 Whakatāne-Rotorua
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Truck crash blocks SH2 southbound near Matatā Straights
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The Aronui Arts Festival Matariki drone show returns to the Rotorua Lakefront this June. Video / Kaponga Productions
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