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Fact-checking National's attack ad on the Government
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PM steps in to resolve partnership visa standoff
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Shane Jones teases plans of NZ First anti-immigration policy
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Woman adopted at birth details abuse in state care
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Disability rights activist tells of 'cruel' abuse in state care
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