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A lightning strike traumatises family and killed a family dog in Te Puke.
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Body found in Omanawa Falls search
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Tauranga rescue helicopter aids two Bay patients
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First aid courses for BoP rugby clubs
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Kawerau drug-accused choose jury to decide their fate
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Bay of Plenty photographers scoop top awards at Canon National Exhibition
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Social worker team to tackle child abuse
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Bay house prices soar by $50k in 12 months
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Name suppression lifted on murder accused
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Rotorua teen wins Sand to Surf ocean swim
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Rotorua leaders welcome Bridges' elevation
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Pressure to deliver already for Bridges
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