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Three surprises for Tatapouri Thistle Marist Women

Aug 07 2023 Updated August 7, 2023

Renae Lolohea, Local Focus Reporter

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Indoor sports centre ‘dead in the water’ without council backing: CEO

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Gisborne Herald

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Forestry firms say no to higher rates, cite already high targeted payments

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Better chopper access at Te Puia hospital

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