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South West weekly news quiz - test your knowledge

4 October 2025
Brodie Owen

This week saw struggling Paignton Zoo listed for sale and plans announced to put Cornwall's tourist board into voluntary administration.

But what else do you remember about what happened in Devon and Cornwall this week?

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