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Philip Polkinghorne murder trial: Pauline Hanna’s niece gives evidence
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Pauline Hanna feared husband had swindled control of their finances, niece testifies
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Retirement giant wins fast-track consent for 13-level block at $500m village
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One dead after car crashes into ditch on Paparimu Rd, Hunua
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