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Some GP services in Northland at risk of closing as crisis hits.
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Driver called to get teens home safely was high on meth
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Firefighters battling two large scrub fires in Far North
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Police investigation into homicide continues, men linked to case sentenced
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Teen breaks his own national record in 100m backstroke
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Brynderwyns to be retired, replaced by new highway within 10 years: Brown
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Drink-driving learner kills best mate in high-speed crash
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'Why would anyone throw a hot pie at a kid?' Judge questions aunt's disturbing behaviour
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Massive Ruakākā solar farm could provide half of Northland's power
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