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Boy racers do 'burnout circles' around young woman in middle of intersection
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Restaurant Association: Auckland CBD parking charges undermine community’s trust in AT
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Letters: AT needs an attitude change; Three Strikes justice
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Transport Minister backs mayor: AT needs 'greater accountability' after CBD parking hike
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Transport Minister announces Roads of Regional Significance project
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Ponsonby shooting, Gaza ceasefire and best cars revealed | Focus Morning Bulletin May 7, 2024
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Hamilton City Council lowers speed limit near schools
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Tesla cuts the price of its ‘Full Self Driving’ system by a third
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