What's in a name? Locals debate Kororāreka v Russell in series of public meetings
Majority supported change but concerns raised about cost, process and social division.
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Russell or Kororāreka? People on the street offer mixed views
We gave people four options for the town's name. Here's what they said.
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To Te or not to Te? Kamo could become Te Kamo
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Former PM backs proposal to restore Russell’s original name
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Northland teacher's registration cancelled for child sex abuse images conviction
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Ngāpuhi studies the wider implications of Waitangi Tribunal report
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