Man jailed for violence against toddler who suffered injuries 'worse than some fatalities'
'It’s pure luck and good fortune that (she) was able to survive the multiple attacks'.
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Surgery denied: Mum with painful endometriosis told she's too young for hysterectomy
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Landmark prosecution: Man suffered two brain bleeds during workplace accident
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‘The Big Fella’ Jonah Lomu documentary gets $800k funding
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Court rules iwi was wrong to assert minister has to consult on proposed MACA legislation
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Nelson hostage situation: Man appears in court on kidnapping charges
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Mayor's son says drink-driving was 'bad judgment'
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Police officer's kick to armed burglar's head deemed justified
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