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NZTA advised that the detour, involving State Highways 49, 4, 47 and 46, adds 40 minutes to the journey.

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Billy Bob Thornton refused to celebrate his 70th birthday over the summer 16:08

Education:
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Law and Order:
No mincing of words from an Auckland High Court judge, while sentencing Hakyung Lee to life behind bars for murdering her children 15:07

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Rugby:
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