Conman waits for mythical millions
A conman jailed for defrauding church-goers of $853k in a Nigerian oil scam has the 'delusional view' the scheme will 'deliver up riches'.
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Universities face copyright action
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New phase for Student Volunteer Army
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Green economy could pay for NZ
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Stress and anxiety in post-quake Chch
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Dozens of drunk students arrested
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