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The bold plan is aimed at protecting a bigger area around Te Mata Peak from development.
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Council pulls livestream after offensive subtitle blunder
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New Napier pool complex at least four years away
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Who's who of Wellington leaders tell protesters to end illegal activities 'immediately'
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Iwi to appeal Watercare's resource consent for Waikato River
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Labour opens expressions of interest for Auckland Mayoral candidates
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Protection promised to tenants of council-owned housing
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Victory for Kiwifruit grower who fought council after massive CV hike
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Councillor's 'disappointing' 43 per cent attendance record
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Bar owner, lawyer and airport chairman eyeing Wellington City Council
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Former mayor considering a return to politics
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Vinsen demands Three Waters debate
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Spat at, shoulder-barged, chased by car: Council staff targeted as assaults soar
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McDouall will seek third term in 2022
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North Shore tree stoush: No choice but to remove trees, board deputy chair says
Thousands of volunteer-planted trees got the chop to preserve harbour views.
'Gutted for the community': 13,700 native trees mown over to retain view
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