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There had been overseas interest in the holiday home.

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A journalist says there was 'nothing deceitful' about his approach to Polkinghorne.
Market close: 'Extremely light volumes' as NZ stocks recover
The S&P/NZX 50 Index rose 0.74% to 12,107.54 as 90 stocks gained.
Glad owner fined millions after some recycling claims a load of rubbish
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Former South Korean President's criminal trial begins
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Hit and slammed against wall: Former X Factor NZ contestant sentenced for family violence
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Limited Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Edition R brings track upgrades to NZ
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Mum-of-eight graduates with degree earned during cancer treatment
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