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OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on MP, who's now been stood down from caucus.
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The Prem Debate: Subscriber views on ram raids in Bay of Plenty
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Sonya Bateson: Second-hand shopping has become a hobby for the middle class
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OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on jewellery store thieves.
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OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on Kāinga Ora bidding up purchase price.
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Opinion: Struggling business owners deserve more Govt aid
OPINION: As if the past couple of years weren't hard enough now there are ram raids.
Jo Raphael: Since Nia Glassie's death, innocent children are still dying violently
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The Prem Debate: Decision 'ruined' epic battle for the gold.
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Jo Raphael: Fluoridation of water supplies Bloomfield's parting shot
OPINION: Fluoridation just one step in helping people make better oral health choices.
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The Prem Debate: Govt should partner with more first home buyers
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say on Govt and first home buyer partnerships.
Sonya Bateson: Good walkways are needed for our city centre
OPINION: The CBD will once again become place where we want to work, shop, eat, play.
Luke Kirkness: The disease risk that requires our full attention
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The Premium Debate: Lack of competition fuels price gouging
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Jo Raphael: Scumbag ram-raiders' rampage needs to be stopped
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