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Focus: The charity store where you buy goods, but leave with nothing
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Jeff Bezos pledges to give away his money
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BestStart's $84m loans to rich-listers questioned
Regulator seeks assurance that related-party loans furthered charitable purpose.
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Editorial: High stakes inquiry into donations
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Watch: Kiwi stars rally to support Inga Tuigamala's family
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The comedian's new project for World Sight Day is about helping those less able.
Regulator alleges Waipareira donation was 'serious wrongdoing'
Waipareira issued with a formal warning notice over donation to CEO's political campaign.
Exclusive: John Tamihere campaign funding probed
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'God's money': Legal action launched over fate of millions in church donations
A pastor allegedly told a church community their money now belonged "to God".
Andrew Young: Crucial day for NZ's fight against cancer
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Charity store with 40 thefts a week reveals excuses people use when they're caught
Because the store is full of donated goods, thieves argue they should be able to take it.
Chris Nyamandi: Afghan children need an economic solution
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