No police have tested positive for drugs in last the three years
However, the head of the police association says it's 'naive' to conclude no staff used.
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The Bay of Plenty District Health board says surgeries and procedures are not affected.
One Covid-19 related death in Lakes district
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Police ask for help to find missing Pāpāmoa man
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Top school failed to safeguard students, says complainant; five more come forward
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