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The ballot boxes are still open, but I reckon I can safely say, well done.
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College may face 'formal intervention' over controversial marriage claim
The ministry has also revealed it told the college a month ago to remove the line.
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Nats ahead in Tauranga TV poll
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Complaints about behaviour of nude bathers on Pāpāmoa Beach revealed
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Kiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZ
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Marriage is between man and woman: School under fire for 'discriminatory' statement
But the school says the statement is to "transparently explain" its philosophy.
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More youth encouraged to connect with culture through marae-based workshop
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Destiny Church Pastor avoids conviction over anti-vaccine protest after 'misguided loyalty'
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Yacht skipper fined after container ship had to change course
Under maritime law the skipper has been fined the maximum $200.
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New flood rules impacting 30,400 homes, new developments appealed
Appeals to the decision would be heard by the Environment Court.
Container ship forced to alter course to avoid hitting yacht
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