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A local leader says the community is bracing for a potential cluster from the case.
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Disassembled secret P lab discovered by police in the Far North
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Pass system at Kāeo Bridge border for locals needing food, fuel
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Second positive Covid case near Kaitaia
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Student misses a month of school due to Covid lockdown
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Alleged organiser of anti-Covid rally pleads not guilty
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