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MetService Severe Weather Update: April 4th - April 6th
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ASB Polyfest continues on despite Auckland weather
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The Vimahi family's incredible story, thanks to Polyfest
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Reaction to Trump's Tariffs, Russel Brand accused and China watches closely | NZ Herald News Update
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Dua Lipa and Neil Finn shock Spark Arena with duet
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"I made mistakes": Principal, parents issue warnings over childhood social media use
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Person dead after train hits car in Auckland
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