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Central. The elections were held every three years.
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1541:"One in 10 New Zealanders live in Auckland city: Census"
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North Shore City within the North Island of New Zealand
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North Shore Heritage - Thematic Review Report Volume 1
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1625:. Swanson Residents and Ratepayers Association Inc.
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North Shore City Council v Auckland Regional Council
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1476:. Quality of Life Project.
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