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Man critically injured after reported stabbing in Christchurch
A man has suffered critical injuries in a suspected stabbing tonight near McDonald’s restaurant on Memorial Ave, Christchurch. Video / George Heard
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'Outstanding young man': Referees backed Christchurch terrorist’s gun licence
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Man charged with Christchurch murder known to alleged victim
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Man charged with murder after woman's body found at Christchurch house
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Pensioner charged with murder in Christchurch
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Kiwi film opens Hawai’i International Film Festival
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