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Paul Lewis: The concerns raised for Robertson by Mo'unga's Japan decision
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I sprinkled ecstasy on my cornflakes as a model in the Nineties – now I’ve been sober for 20 years
Telegraph: Behind closed doors, Paul Sculfor battled addiction – now he’s 20 years sober.
Mike Fuge: Bureaucratic delays hinder NZ’s renewable energy progress
OPINION: Contact Energy calls for faster action in push for renewable power.
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New York Times: Some simple tips for a healthier, happier life.
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Ryan Bridge: PM must define the economic debate or Seymour steals the show
OPINION: The public appetite is there, the time for big, bold policy debates is now.
What’s gone wrong with James Bond? No star, no script, no plan
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Editorial: 'Faster you go – the bigger the mess' so Govt better know what it’s doing
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Landlords shocked, allege property managers kept $12,000 of rent
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Polkinghorne’s $6m Remuera mansion for sale, title transferred to his sister
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‘Fraudulent’ letter on moving speedway from Western Springs flagged with SFO
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Diana Clement: How gambling can play havoc with your financial future
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'It's a joke': Victim owed nearly $350k reparation
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Letters: How to cut cost of school uniforms, why would PM attend Waitangi?
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Allegedly fraudulent letter in support of speedway's move to Waikaraka Park
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Shane Te Pou: PM needs to show leadership in this distracted, divided Govt
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Why Severance star Britt Lower ran away to the circus
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Advice: I’m offended my friend said I’m the ‘dominant’ one in my marriage
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