Nana claims disabled child assaulted by gangster, but more shocked at lax police response
Nana upset at child's alleged assault but outraged at lackadaisical police response.
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Talking Point: Time to get serious
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Hot shots: Goals aplenty as Rovers surge up the points table
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Second serious crash involving teens in stolen vehicle in less than 48 hours
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Cyclone-hit communities to wait longer for consultation on rebuild or red-zone future
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Robertson reveals confirmed categories for future of cyclone-hit homes
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Drinking water tests clear of ‘forever’ chemicals
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Access issues and mental health toll persisting for cyclone-hit farmers
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Opinion: Govt can’t keep skimping on rural mental health in cyclone recovery plan
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Tech drawing away in Premier rugby
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Napier considering proposal for new 255-home subdivision
A resource consent application was lodged with the council earlier this year.
Drug dealer jailed despite rehab efforts and apology
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Couple upping mortgage after cyclone-damaged property ineligible for Govt fund
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Cyclone relief exhibition to support artistic community
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