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Local Focus: Controversial Hamilton mayoral candidate says he's honest, not racist
Casson is sure he has a chance to become mayor. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Rail link between Auckland and Hamilton raised for future
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'He put the gun through the window and shot him twice'
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Govt invests $42 million in schools
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Afghan-Kiwi's plea to reunite with family
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Hamilton-Auckland 'urban growth partnership' to be signed off by ministers, mayors
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Local Focus: King versus Southgate round two
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Local Focus: King versus Southgate round two
A six-vote swing would oust King. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
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Police in stand-off with armed person in Hamilton
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