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Iconic Auckland attractions $7.4m makeover
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Jammies in June campaign to keep Hauraki kids warm
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Specialist Māori roles facing the chop from Oranga Tamariki
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Appeal lodged in fight to get Children’s Minister before Waitangi Tribunal
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High Court sets aside Waitangi Tribunal’s summons of Children’s Minister
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High Court reserves decision on Waitangi Tribunal summons
The Crown has called the situation unorthodox and unprecedented.
'Fattening the profits': Oranga Tamariki calls in consultants to help with job cuts
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Audrey Young: Minister for Children v Waitangi Tribunal - the players and the issues
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