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National's call for a timely service as taxpayers complain about phone wait times.
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Tai Mitchell 2023: West beats Gold in both finals
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Strong wind watch for BoP, orange warning for Coromandel
Strong wind warnings issued for Bay of Plenty and Coromandel.
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Classical music fix for Midday Concert attendees
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TDC team checking for building consent problems after allegations made
An investigation is under way into building consent concerns.
Simple cocktail for a winter's night
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Letters to the editor: Don't trash Baby Boomers for world's plastic mess
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Last year he was learning to walk again. Now he's competing in the world junior squash championships
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Map errors and questioned data: Why these Glenholme residents are alarmed by housing strategy
But the council says defends its information and welcomes questions.