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about 2 hours agoSafety fears are mounting as residents push for roundabouts at two Feilding intersections, with traffic expected to worsen as the town grows.
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Jake MacAndrew started off writing breaking news hits in his early days as a journalist. Since those late nights on the pulse for local breakthroughs, he has written stories on many topics, from cybersecurity education in Ukraine to the investment potential of fine wines. With each story Jake writes, no matter the topic, in-depth and accurate reporting is key.
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