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Marcus North and Michael Clarke. (AAP - file)
Australia have included troubled vice-captain Michael Clarke and out-of-form Marcus North in the squad for the Test tour of New Zealand.

Michael Clarke in action in New Zealand. (Getty)
Australia vice-captain Michael Clarke has left the tour of New Zealand, with no indication of when he will return.

Doug Bollinger in action in New Zealand. (Getty)
Coach Tim Nielsen says he'll apply the brakes to Australia's training as they face three ODIs in five days.

Brad Haddin in action in New Zealand. (AAP)
Australia's Brad Haddin says the tourists feel safe and have no complaints about the hostile Kiwi fans.

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