Extra $42m funding for New Zealand's hospitals, senior doctors
The Health Minister and the commissioner said the regions needed more of a boost.
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Police call off search for small boat linked to transnational crime group
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Kaitāia man seeking voter feedback ahead of next year's local body elections
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Commercial vessel caught with gear in marine protected area
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