Christchurch Hospital staff affected by toxic fumes rise to 84
Industrial chemicals from painting at the nearby hospital tower was accidentally vented.
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Kākā advocate banned from botanic garden over ‘harassment’ claims
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Lost legacy: Alliance Plant closure hits founding families hard
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Fundraiser for suicide charity that prompted Mike King's comments granted liquor licence
The approval comes a day before the scheduled show tomorrow.
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Christchurch wildlife park buys International Antarctic Centre
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Police appeal for help to find Christchurch teen missing for four days
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Opposition to alcohol licence for charity fundraiser supporting suicide prevention
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