Sevens teams gear up for national showdown
16 men's and 12 women's teams will fight for top honours at the TECT National Sevens.
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Sudden death in Whakarewarewa Forest
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Local Focus: Turtles take time and commitment
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Local Focus: Turtles take time and commitment
Among the 100 most invasive species in the world. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
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'Good luck': Gang leader rubbishes National's plans
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Father son duo deny charges over fatal stabbing
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No actors, just whānau on stage. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: 8 Scott Ave in Ōwhata was the place to be last Saturday night
No actors, just whānau on stage. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
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