Mixed support for Māori wards from mayoral hopefuls
Just over half of New Zealand councils are introducing Māori wards in October.
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Toxic smoke warning lifted following fire at Levin recycling centre
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Whanganui Rugby: Whanganui go top with third straight win
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Stephen Perofeta makes last-minute All Blacks debut
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Shelford to bring up 100 games for the Nua
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As he awaited historic sex abuse trial, ex-teacher also secretly faced more recent charges
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Man to appear in court on Whanganui crash charges
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Whanganui incident prompts Māori leaders' call on health system
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