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Whakamaru hydro station. - Source: Mighty River Power -
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The ongoing dispute could undermine the asset sales, derail the coalition and reinforce the stereotype of Maori with their hands out.
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After a horror season of just four wins and 12 losses, JK certainly appears to have his work cut out for him.
He tells Close Up what he has planned for next season.