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Canterbury police officers are collecting food donations for struggling colleagues.
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PM bemoans ‘red tape’ after dolphins scupper SailGP racing
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Boats can't be blamed for dolphin deaths: Sailing commentator
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One dead after crash in Aranui, Christchurch
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'Might affect future events': Coutts threatens SailGP return after dolphin saga
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Christchurch school closes for earthquake strengthening
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