River Sounds music festival in February to be the last - organisers
The last River Sounds festival will raise funds for a Tauranga mental health service.
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Te Pāti Māori co-founder Dame Tariana Turia dies after suffering stroke
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Pike River, earthquakes and cats up trees: Former firefighter honoured
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April date and change of venue for Hawke's Bay Sports Awards
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Man charged with murder after baby’s death in Hamilton
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Makaraka tavern owner grateful no one hurt after car crashes into building
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Napier offshore race gets prime January date
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Gisborne’s significant improvement in New Year driver behaviour
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