How police brought down kingpin of $2.9m stolen goods ring
The goods were stashed across lockups, homes, businesses and a shipping container.
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'You have problems and need help': Young mum stabbed partner in front of their kids
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Trio who allegedly left man for dead on the side of Waikato road can be named
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Torched car and fake sex ads: Man's harassment campaign against ex revealed
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'F*** off:' Meth mum's sentencing delayed after she arrived at court in 'drug-fuelled state'
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Employee who worked without pay for two years wins $240K from medical cannabis firm
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