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Temuka farmer a winner in his field
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Leeston Consolidated School pupils help restore stream
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$20 million Central Otago cherry orchards plan
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Clinton cashmere fibre gains touted
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Replacement Pyramid Bridge not due until 2020
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Lakeshore visit: concern cycle trail fencing will cut access
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Cromwell wastewater upgrade delivers dramatic result
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