Two men appear in court in relation to Bridget Simmonds case
Whangārei man appears in court for murder of Bridget Simmonds.
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Remains believed to be Northland woman Bridget Simmonds
Police have set up a direct phone line for people to call with information about the case.
Police believe missing woman Bridget Simmonds is buried on rural property
Police use excavator at rural location where they believe missing woman is buried .
Digger brought in to help in search for clues on missing Northland woman Bridget Simmonds
Simmonds' mother just wants closure for the family.
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Police say missing woman case suspicious as property searched
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Theft from Ratana Church in Whangārei
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