New world record for Kaitāia shearer Flynn Harvey as part of a three-man team
Kaitāia shearer Flynn Harvey part of three-man world record.
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Kaitāia shearer part of three-man world record attempt
World record attempt for Kaitāia shearer Flynn Harvey.
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Homeless trespassed from downtown Whangārei streets
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'Terrible tragedy': Whangārei roadworker dies after becoming trapped by roller
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