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Wild weather to hit North Island.

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The MetService has issued a gloomy outlook for the weekend.

Forecasters from the MetService expect a band of heavy rain and easterly gales to hit Northland, Auckland and the Coromandel this weekend.

Owners of aircrafts around these areas should make sure their flying machines are securely tied down during this period to avoid costly damage.




                       

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