Light, but little hope, at NZ mine
Staff writers, NewsCore, AAP UPDATE 11am: AUTHORITIES have considered the possibility that no rescue teams will ever enter the stricken New Zealand mine.
Storms to bring days of rain
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Secrets block 'a matter for Justice'
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Rudd urges China action on Korea
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SuperFooty
Brumby wants Roos in Ballarat
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Victoria
Raids smashed first home buyer rort
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Man bashed at nightclub
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Entertainment
Rose sues Guitar Hero creators
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National
Milat 'laughed at death in forest'
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Travel
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Light, but little hope, at NZ mine
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