'Great idea': 150 evacuation bags donated to elderly Napier residents living alone
Margaret Daukes has turned 90. A bright red bag stands out among her gifts.
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Dannevirke identity's community contribution recognised
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Hawke's Bay's transport network gets $657 million boost
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Hawke’s Bay branch of the Royal Society partners up with House of Science for mini expo
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New highway will 'unlock the region'
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Wai Splash upgrade developments a work in progress
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'Wholehearted' support to fund memorial upgrade
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'Looked good on paper': Apartment buyer wants $50k deposit back after development company liquidation
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'Exquisite': National Geographic exhibition to open in Napier
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When your car becomes your coffin
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Mako beat Magpies: Tasman end Hawke's Bay's Ranfurly Shield tenure
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