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Businesses feel impact of Frankie closure

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By Maneralokina Amituanai 13 February 2026, 5:30PM

Shop owners close to where Frankie Hypermarket in Vaitele was say business has slowed significantly following the fire. The supermarket crowd were essential to the small businesses.

By Maneralokina Amituanai 13 February 2026, 5:30PM

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