Best Auditor General Podcasts (2025)

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Auditor-General tells MPs Treaty settlement commitments aren't being met by public organisations 5:40

17d ago5:40

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The commitments that public organisations are subject to under treaty settlements are being treated like transactions, not relationships, says Auditor-General John Ryan, who briefed the Māori Affairs Committee on the issue this week. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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CSR Election Debate 2025 - University of Amsterdam Central Student Council 1:07:19

1d ago1:07:19

1:07:19

CSR Election Debate - University of Amsterdam From looming budget cuts in higher education to government directives on de-internationalisation, from defending the right to protest to safeguarding the mental well-being of students – this year, the university faces major decisions that will shape its future. In the midst of these challenges, the Cent…

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Ctrl+Alt+Defend_ Stéphane Duguin on the Fight for CyberPeace 59:47

1d ago59:47

59:47

As cyberattacks grow in scale and sophistication, the lines between cybercrime, state-sponsored hacking, and digital warfare are becoming increasingly blurred. How can we protect individuals, and democratic institutions from the rising tide of cyber threats? Who should be held accountable for cyberattacks, and how can the international community st…

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Jimmy Broughton, Sen. Jesse Helms’ Chief of Staff, Reflects on His Former Boss 1:07:07

1d ago1:07:07

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In this special recess episode, Skye and Brian sit down with Jimmy Broughton, former Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator Jesse Helms, for a rare and candid conversation about his time working for one of the most important and controversial political figures in North Carolina and American politics. Broughton shares behind-the-scenes stories from Capitol …

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“We Just Never Give Up”: Chief Brian Redd on Public Safety in Salt Lake City 18:58

2d ago18:58

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In this episode of House Rules, Rep. Tyler Clancy sits down with Salt Lake City Police Chief Brian Redd to talk about law enforcement, homelessness, and public safety in Utah’s capital city. Chief Redd reflects on his first 100 days as chief, sharing his top priorities: hiring, morale, fentanyl, mental health, and the overlap between addiction, cri…

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North Carolina’s Innocence Inquiry Commission faces elimination, what it means 40:59

4d ago40:59

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On this week’s episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum tackles the debate over North Carolina’s one of a kind Innocence Inquiry Commission. Since 2007, it has exonerated 16 people, many serving over 20 years in prison for crimes they did not commit. However, the state Senate wants to cut its funding. The commission’s leader Laura Pierro joins …

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The Failure of Good Intentions – Philippe Sands on the Limits of International Law 1:05:27

5d ago1:05:27

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When the newspapers are full of horrifying stories, international law sometimes feels impotent. Why is it still important? In what way is the term “genocide” political? Is our international system failing if world powers don’t subscribe to it? And why would we need a fifth international crime of “Ecocide”? Philippe Sands is a specialist in internat…

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Keenly Unorthodox: Rethinking Economics with Steve Keen 56:10

5d ago56:10

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On the 9th of April, 13:00-14:00, in the E-Hall, Room for Discussion welcomed Steve Keen – outspoken critic of mainstream economics, author of “The New Economics: A Manifesto”, and one of today’s most rebellious economic thinkers. Keen has made it his mission to dismantle the neoclassical foundations of the discipline. With climate collapse acceler…

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MPs knuckle down for marathon budget urgency 5:55

8d ago5:55

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After the first few speeches of the Budget Debate, the House knuckled down for a long and jam-packed dose of urgency. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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Utah Rethinks Higher Education Funding. Who’s Involved and Why Students Should Care. 21:54

8d ago21:54

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In this episode of House Rules, Rep. Karen Peterson talks with Utah Commissioner of Higher Education Geoffrey Landward about House Bill 265, a new law reshaping how Utah funds its public colleges and universities. As the state asks institutions to realign resources with student demand and workforce needs, Peterson and Landward explain what the chan…

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#30 The Duplicate 1:19:26

8d ago1:19:26

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Gunnar claims almost all duplicates we take serve close to no purpose. If you want to know why, have a listen and be entertained and informed at the same time. The OGs are back together in this episode, and quite an unusual one it is. This times it is James who goes on a few rants, quite to Gunnar's amusement. Of course, Gunnar has a few things to …

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Rep. Grant Campbell: A Wartime Trauma Surgeon's Memorial Day 1:06:45

9d ago1:06:45

1:06:45

In this special Memorial Day episode, Skye and Brian sit down with Rep. Grant Campbell, a former wartime trauma surgeon, to talk about the solemn holiday from his perspective. The Cabarrus County Republican talks about the chaos of combat medicine to the quiet moments of remembrance, and the haunting questions that still linger. Whether you’ve serv…

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Words and Numbers: Budget Day in the House 5:59

10d ago5:59

5:59

The opening stanzas of a new budget begin in quiet formality, but get loud and political quickly. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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What to expect when you're expecting a Budget: The House chats with James Picker 6:22

10d ago6:22

6:22

The House sits down with Clerk Assistant James Picker to chat through the Budget process and what you can expect to see in the House on the day. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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Former N.C. state superintendent on the state's longest disputed election 41:28

11d ago41:28

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On this week’s episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum is joined by former state superintendent of public instruction Dr. June Atkinson. She made history as the first woman elected for the position and held it from 2005 through 2016. This month, after six months of court drama, the nation’s final 2024 race ended with State Supreme Court Associ…

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Surprise adjournment cuts short haka punishment debate 5:57

11d ago5:57

5:57

The highly anticipated debate on the report of the privileges committee only lasted for about 25 minutes before it was cut short by a surprise adjournment motion. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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Sir Anand Satyanand: "The Governor General is deep in the DNA of Parliament” 14:59

14d ago14:59

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Former Governor General Sir Anand Satyanand talks about the role’s interlinked relationship with Parliament and the Executive, and as a guardrail for democracy. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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Rep. Ray Jeffers' Life on the Family Farm Shaped His Politics 48:59

16d ago48:59

48:59

Rep. Ray Jeffers talks about the deep roots that ground his politics and public service, including stories from his upbringing on his family’s 106-year-old farm by his mother and grandparents. The Person County Democrat reflects on the lessons they passed down, his early love of training dogs, and how those rural experiences continue to shape his p…

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Decoding the Speaker’s reaction to the Privileges Committee report 6:28

17d ago6:28

6:28

Parliament's Speaker, Gerry Brownlee spoke to MPs on Thursday about the Privileges Committee's unprecedented recommendations for punishing Te Pāti Māori MPs. His response was telling. We decode his comments.Note: A slip of the tongue in this episode causes MP Duncan Webb to be renamed Duncan Green. Apologies. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for mor…

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Long-serving director talks about getting ousted from Republican-controlled elections board 48:50

18d ago48:50

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On this week’s episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with Karen Brinson Bell, the recently removed executive director of the North Carolina Board of Elections. A new law passed last week enabled Republicans to select a new board, which then appointed a former Republican attorney general candidate and general counsel to the Republican h…

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MPs debate abuse in state care redress system 5:58

18d ago5:58

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Last week the Government announced that they wouldn't be introducing a new independent redress system for survivors of abuse in state care. This week they had the task of defending that position from a barrage of Opposition criticism during an urgent debate. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details…

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House on Sunday: Parliament debates pay equity claims and farewells a Labour stalwart 14:25

21d ago14:25

14:25

This Sunday edition of the House is a compilation of the week's reporting, including: coverage of the Government's surprise Equal Pay Amendment Bill, and the farewell of retiring Labour journeyman David Parker. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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Mr. McDowell Goes to Washington 57:17

24d ago57:17

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Congressman Addison McDowell takes listeners behind the scenes of his 2023 decision to jump in the 2024 race for Congress in the 6th district, the bruising 2024 primary that came with it, and how he won the early endorsement of President Trump. Skye and Brian also break down a hectic crossover week at the NC General Assembly, major news in the NC S…

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Labour's 'conviction politician' farewells Parliament 5:50

24d ago5:50

5:50

After two decades in Parliament, Labour's David Parker is leaving politics. The House looks at some of the highlights of his valedictory statement made on Wednesday this week. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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The Equal Pay Amendment Bill debate: Fast and furious 5:28

25d ago5:28

5:28

The Equal Pay Amendment Bill wasn't in the Government's initially released plan for Parliament's week. It was included at the eleventh hour. It's late arrival, it's urgent passing, and its intent all caused anger in the House. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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RNC Chairman Michael Whatley on FEMA review efforts, Trump's first 100 days 25:25

25d ago25:25

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On this week’s episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum talks with Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley. The North Carolina native was just appointed to a FEMA Review Council. That council will take a closer look at the future of the often-criticized emergency management agency. President Trump criticized the agency’s response…

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A tardy memorium for Francis 5:30

26d ago5:30

5:30

Returning from three weeks on recess, MPs' first business was a motion in honour of a pope. Speeches were a little more honest, and a little more heartfelt than typical. Especially one of them. And it may have included Parliament's first Hail Mary that wasn't a political desperation move. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details…

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Cabinet-lite: Louise Upston sheds light on the Government's Cabinet Committees 11:25

28d ago11:25

11:25

Parliament’s select committees are well known. But the public never gets to watch the Cabinet committees, which all policies go through before reaching Parliament. Louis Collins chats with the Deputy Leader of the House, National Party MP Louise Upston, to understand what happens in the sub-committees which are Cabinet's workhorses. Go to this epis…

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#29 The New AS5370 Standard 35:00

1M ago35:00

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Attention Asbestos in Soils Specialists, there is a new kid in town. The Australian Standard 4964-2004 Method for the qualitative identification of asbestos in bulk samples has been superseded with a new AS 5370. What's different? What's better, what's worse? Why are we reporting below the detection and below the reporting limit? Is NATA on board w…

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Coffee Talk with Rep. Beth Helfrich 1:03:13

1M ago1:03:13

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Rep. Beth Helfrich shares her deep roots in Davidson as a third-generation resident, a former teacher, and owner of a successful coffee shop with her husband Tim and family. The freshman Mecklenburg County Democrat also talks about raising five kids, what led her to run for the House in 2024 in a swing district, and her commute to Raleigh on the tr…

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Utah Fits All Court ruling explained: What it means for school choice, students & teacher pay 19:03

1M ago19:03

19:03

A Utah judge has ruled the Utah Fits All Scholarship program unconstitutional — but the story is far from over. In this episode, Rep. Candice Pierucci and Sen. Kirk Cullimore, the original sponsors of the program, break down what the ruling actually means, why the scholarship is still active, and what comes next for the thousands of Utah families a…

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Catching up with Rep. Tim Moore after DMZ visit, stepping down as House Speaker 30:04

1M ago30:04

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On this week’s episode of Tying it Together, host Tim Boyum sits down with Congressman Tim Moore. He’s in his first term after breaking a record as the longest serving House Speaker in North Carolina legislative history. The Republican recently visited the DMZ, separating North and South Korea. He explains his time there, including his reasons for …

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Democratic guardrails: Is NZ safe from authoritarianism? 15:43

1M ago15:43

15:43

Other nations are experiencing the erosion of democratic norms – even authoritarianism. Is our constitution strong enough to withstand it? Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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Reagan Perry, Daughter of Former Sen Jim Perry, & the Bill That Bears Her Name 29:05

1M ago29:05

29:05

In this special episode, Skye and Brian sit down with Reagan Perry, daughter of former North Carolina State Senator Jim Perry, for a heartfelt conversation. Reagan opens up about the life-altering experience of losing her leg, the physical and emotional challenges she’s faced, and how she turned her pain into purpose through Reagan’s Law (HB906), a…

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David Graham: ‘The Project: How Project 2025 is Reshaping America’ 29:01

1M ago29:01

29:01

On this week’s episode of Tying it Together, nationally known journalist from The Atlantic, David Graham, joins host Tim Boyum to discuss his new book. The Durham based journalist just released his first, “The Project: How Project 2025 is Reshaping America”. Project 2025 is a 900-page document of policies drawn up by a group of conservative people,…

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The watchdog that listens: Peter Boshier reflects on nine years as Ombudsman 9:55

1M ago9:55

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Peter Boshier says the public can rest assured that there is an enduring institution fighting for fairness and accountability. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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Rep. Jimmy Dixon Reflects on Easter & His Mormon (LDS) Faith 59:52

1M ago59:52

59:52

Rep. Jimmy Dixon makes his third podcast appearance (his last one was 2023) to reflect on Easter and his Mormon faith, which includes membership and local leadership roles in the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The 8-term Duplin County Republican opens up about his conversion to LDS in 1976, the differences from the Methodist churc…

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'Bigger mess than I thought': Sitting down with N.C. State Auditor Dave Boliek 32:47

2M ago32:47

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Our guest this week is new State Auditor Dave Boliek. His job is to look at state and local entities and audit them to make sure tax dollars are being spent in the way the General Assembly appropriates them. The state auditor’s primary goals include covering a financial audit, economy and efficiency audit and program result audit. The Republican jo…

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House on Sunday: A scavenger hunt, a Treaty bill, and an annual health check 14:54

2M ago14:54

14:54

This Sunday edition of the House is a compilation of the week's reporting, including: a Question Time naughtiness scavenger hunt, the Annual Review debate on Health, and the very unusual death of a Government bill — the Treaty bill. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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#28 The OCSE Odyssey 46:09

2M ago46:09

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The Office of Chief Scientist and Engineer (OCSE) has issued recommendations concerning asbestos in waste and soil. Sarah Mansfield, Special Counsel (and environmental law superstar) at Norton Rose Fulbright, breaks down the key points and their legal implications. Given the focus on the PoEO Act and its handling of asbestos, you'd expect at least …

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Empire State of Mind: Russell Shorto on the Dutch Roots of New York 54:12

2M ago54:12

54:12

New York City was once just a small Dutch outpost called New Amsterdam. How did a modest trading colony become the global icon it is today? Join us for a deep dive with acclaimed historian Russell Shorto, who has spent decades uncovering the Dutch origins of America’s financial and cultural capital. From Manhattan’s first skyscrapers to Wall Street…

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Sen. Caleb Theodros' American Story Began in East Africa 58:56

2M ago58:56

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Sen. Caleb Theodros began his life in Eritrea, a country in East Africa torn apart by civil conflict in the 1990s. At age five, his family brought him to the United States in search of a better life. After a brief stay in Las Vegas, the Theodros family relocated to Charlotte where they created a life for themselves. 20 years later, Sen Theodros ear…

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The unusual death of the Treaty bill 5:37

2M ago5:37

5:37

Members' bills die ugly deaths regularly, but I can find no record in recent history of a government bill sent into the House to suffer the indignity of a negative vote. It was either unusually masochistic or the outcome of poor political judgement. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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Verrall and Brown go tit-for-tat in health annual review debate 5:33

2M ago5:33

5:33

Despite this years' budget only a month away, the Government still have t's to cross i's to dot in regard to spending from previous years. The annual review debate is the final stage in that very long process. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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Western North Carolina asks, where's the money? 35:23

2M ago35:23

35:23

On this week’s episode, Tim asks, where’s the money? Recently, local leaders went to the White House pleading for money from the federal government to help the area recover from Helene. The federal government has promised more than $9 billion in a bill passed by Congress, but months later very little of that money has reached western North Carolina…

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A Question Time Scavenger Hunt 5:09

2M ago5:09

5:09

Arguments, inferences, imputations, epithets, ironical expressions, or expressions of opinion. It's not a lost verse from The Sound of Music's 'My Favourite Things'. It's a partial list of things Question Time questions cannot include. There are also some must-haves; and separate requirements for answers. The House goes on a scavenger hunt, to find…

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Behind the door at a parliamentary privilege hearing 16:04

2M ago16:04

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Parliament’s Privileges Committee has been a major source of news over the last few weeks. What is privilege, and how does the committee typically work? ...and because this is a Sunday episode of the House, it also includes a replay of Wednesday's episode on leniency towards MPs 'schoolyard stupidity' during Question Time. Go to this episode on rnz…

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Politics, Party Labels, & Performance (Audits) with Auditor Dave Boliek 58:28

2M ago58:28

58:28

Over the last 90 days, the State Auditor position has transformed from a state agency that released audits for various NC departments, agencies, local governments, and non-profits to a department that is working proactively in concert with the General Assembly to hold the entire NC executive branch accountable. At the helm, is Auditor Dave Boliek, …

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The parliamentary background to the 'missing submissions' story 5:35

2M ago5:35

5:35

Parliament has voted to allow the Justice Committee to continue processing submissions on the Treaty principles bill, even after the committee's work on the bill is finished. This will allow them to be collected along with the submissions that were considered by the committee as part of its report.We chat with the Clerk of the House of Representati…

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Gene Technology Bill: The public have their say 6:31

2M ago6:31

6:31

Nearly 25 years after the “corngate” saga of the early 2000s, the debate on Genetic Modification is back in New Zealand’s political consciousness thanks to the Gene Technology Bill, which is currently going through the select committee process. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ

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