Man charged with arson after cars set alight near Auckland Domain
Police said it was fortunate no one was seriously injured.
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Philip Polkinghorne found not guilty of murder and manslaughter
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Polkinghorne speaks outside court after not guilty verdict
Polkinghorne speaks outside court after not guilty verdict
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