Tongariro Alpine Crossing closed after tramper dies
A person has died while traversing the Tongariro Crossing.
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Person dies in hospital after SH5 crash
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Rotorua or Katikati: Where should the Bay's next regional park go?
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Planned $300m fossil-free fuel plant will employ 100 workers
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