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Police search for Michael Tautari, urge public not to approach him
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The French have opted to stay in Auckland, citing preferred facilities.
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The deal will support Mercury to build more renewable power generation.
End of an era: Kinleith workers mark closure
Workers gathered in Tokoroa after a chapter of 71 years closed on June 30.
Genesis AI trial cuts energy use by 10% with smart hot water control
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Council reviewing court ruling on Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei dominance at Westhaven
The court affirmed Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei's dominance at Westhaven over 18 other iwi.
Hipkins claims Covid-19 inquiry creates platform for conspiracy theorists
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Billionaire-backed Western Springs stadium bid pulled from race
Auckland Arena was set to host 12,500 seats, costing $200m-$300m privately.
$61m building project under way at one of nation's richest private schools
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Nonu extends Toulon deal, aged 43
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Most of $20k goal for Gisborne boy’s urgent cancer treatment raised in 48 hours
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QSM recipient faces freezing orders, mortgagee sale of $5m property after defaulting on loan
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Pedestrian seriously injured after collision with car in East Auckland
Emergency services were called to the scene about 4.40pm.
'Keep an eye out': Police appeal for missing woman in Auckland
Ella Davenport, 57, was last seen in Māngere on June 20.
Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei wins Environment Court appeal for recognition
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'Best chance': Rogerson commits to Black Knights amid World Cup dreams
The club have also secured the services of a goalkeeper for the 25/26 A-League campaign.
'Magic mix': NZ Youth Choir's stunning win at European competition
The choir hit a high note in their first European tour since the pandemic.
'Grit their teeth': Sweeney on Dubliners living on proposed MetroLink route
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'Deeply saddened': Children’s theatre pioneer dies at 61 after cancer battle
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Journalist Oriini Kaipara seeking Te Pāti Māori candidacy for Tāmaki Makaurau seat
Kaipara is the first person to publicly announce she will be putting herself forward.