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Stiff opposition from residents, businesses concerned about anti-social behaviour.
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Homelessness in the Auckland CBD: Has it got worse, and what can be done to fix it?
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New measures would 'take the hard edges off' rising inflation, the Finance Minister said.
Budget 2022: Nearly $1b to disability sectors and changes to benefits
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Cost-of-living crisis: Some Aucklanders cutting meals to cope
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Focus: Ranui Caravan Park residents building a vibrant and thriving community
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Cost of living: Fruit pickers spend a day's pay to drive to work
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'Distressing and complex': Police minister responds to youth crime spike
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