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Jurors at Philip Polkinghorne murder trial view suppressed suicide research
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Polkinghorne considered selling Remuera home: Accountant
Philip Polkinghorne is accused of strangling his wife, Pauline Hanna.
Alibi or evidence tampering? Polkinghorne blood stain scrutinised at murder trial
The surgeon is accused of having strangled wife Pauline Hanna in their Remuera home.
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Power expert says washing machine didn't run morning of Hanna's death
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'Going to miss you, mate': Slain scientist farewelled at place he 'lived and died'
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