Beste Canter podcasts (2025)

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Politics Friday with Megan Woods and Matt Doocey: KiwiSaver, means testing, what the budget means for Canterbury 17:52

2d ago17:52

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Today Megan Woods and Matt Doocey joined John MacDonald following the release of the budget. They discussed the key aspects of it including changes to KiwiSaver, will there be an announcement on the retirement as it sound like Matt is hinting towards? Should parents really support 18 and 19 year olds if they aren't working? And what is in the budge…

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John MacDonald: We're not going far enough with superannuation changes 5:15

2d ago5:15

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Quite a well-known chief executive and finance guy told me once that, in business, you should always make use of other people’s money first. Which is exactly what the Government is doing with the KiwiSaver changes announced in yesterday’s budget. It wants more of our money going in from our wages and salaries and less of its money going in through …

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John MacDonald: Do we even need speed limits around the new stadium? 4:34

3d ago4:34

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There’s a danger that when the new stadium opens in Christchurch next year, we'll have no idea exactly what speed we should be going when we drive around the area. At the moment, the council wants it to be 30kph on Madras Street, Tuam Street, Lichfield Street, Duke Street, Hereford Street and St Asaph Street. But now it’s being told by the Governme…

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Phil Mauger: Christchurch Mayor on the speed limit around Te Kaha stadium, after hours care, taking home shopping trolleys 8:05

3d ago8:05

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There's consultation on speed limits around Christchurch's Te Kaha stadium - once again. New Government rules are forcing the City Council to ask for public feedback for a second time. A 30 kilometre-an-hour limit was approved for multiple surrounding streets but can no longer be implemented because of the changes. Mayor Phil Mauger told Canterbury…

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Remain in Me 34:57

4d ago34:57

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Series - John Bible Reference - John 15:1-17 Speaker - Luke BarrsDoor CBC

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John MacDonald: Unsafe health workers need more than a band-aid 5:03

4d ago5:03

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Let’s call it and say that workers going to and from Christchurch Hospital at night-time deserve better. This is after what’s being described as a “very violent” assault on a staff member heading home after work last weekend. It’s understood the woman had been on a shift at the birthing centre, on Antigua Street. What we know at this point is that …

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John MacDonald: $600M for rail is a good start, but it's just a start 5:11

5d ago5:11

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In an ideal world, I would love us to have more trains. In an ideal world, I think it would be great if all our big cities had rail passenger services. Not just Auckland and Wellington that Transport Minister Chris Bishop was talking about when he announced this morning that there’s $600 million in this week’s Budget going into rail. I won’t go all…

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2 Corinthians 1:1-2 - Who we are, Who we belong to, and What we have been given. 35:08

6d ago35:08

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As we begin our journey through 2 Corinthians, we are invited to reflect deeply on three foundational truths: who we are, who we belong to, and what we have been given. Paul’s introduction to this letter is not just a formality; it is a profound reminder of the identity, calling, and resources that define the Christian life and the church community…

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Succession: After Wealth - Corcoran French (3/7) 19:19

6d ago19:19

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Door Canterbury Property Investors Association

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John MacDonald: Why no more after-hours funding for Christchurch? 5:56

6d ago5:56

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Here’s a story someone told me this morning about what happened within the last six-or-so weeks, when a Christchurch woman took her teenage daughter to the after-hours surgery. I’m telling you this because the Government has announced that there’s going to be increased funding in Thursday’s budget for after-hours medical care. Which is great. I’m n…

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John MacDonald: Gun salutes and c-bombs don't belong in Parliament 6:31

9d ago6:31

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"I've seen some bad times in this house, but this is one of the lowest I've ever seen. When you go to that sort of standard of language, nothing's beneath you after that, is it?" That was Winston Peters yesterday after his coalition colleague, Brooke van Velden, used the c-word in parliament. And I’m with him 100%. He said he was disgusted that the…

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John MacDonald: I support the truckies saying 'us too in the T2' 5:31

9d ago5:31

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“It’s like making a silk purse out of a pig’s ear.” That’s a quote from the boss at Transporting New Zealand, which represents the transport sector, talking about Brougham Street in Christchurch. Because it’s been revealed by NZTA that the $150 million revamp of Brougham Street, one of Christchurch’s busiest streets, will include T2 transit lanes –…

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Mike Blackburn: Construction analyst on the current situation in Canterbury, market update, major work in the region 12:00

9d ago12:00

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Construction is booming in Canterbury – but what is the market doing? Construction Analyst Mike Blackburn joined John MacDonald to delve into the current situation in the region, the areas that are seeing major work, and if they’re seeing an over-supply of multi-unit dwellings. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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John MacDonald: What I would do if I was running the new truancy service 5:28

11d ago5:28

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Well done to the Government for making all the right noises about dealing with truancy. It’s going to spend $140 million over the next four years with one aim: getting more kids to turn up at school regularly. It’s looking good. But I’m wanting to see some more creative approaches than what’s been talked about up until now, and I've got some ideas.…

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Chris Hipkins: Labour Leader on pay equity, school attendance, FamilyBoost 9:30

11d ago9:30

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The Opposition Leader's welcoming Government investment into school attendance. $140 million from this year's Budget will go towards a new system and better data monitoring. Labour leader Chris Hipkins wanted truancy officers reintroduced two years ago when he was PM. Hipkins told John MacDonald it's clear disbanding the previous truancy service in…

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John MacDonald: I've got a solution for the power bill problem 5:00

12d ago5:00

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This poll out today saying nearly half of us are more concerned about power prices than we were a year ago, is nonsense. Because I reckon we’re all concerned about it, not just nearly half of us. If you’re not concerned about your power bill, then I’ll have what you’re having thanks. Only 8% of people who took part in this survey by Curia said they…

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Where Power is Found 35:24

13d ago35:24

35:24

Series - John Bible Reference - John 14:15-31 Speaker - Luke BarrsDoor CBC

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Ephesians 6:10-20 - How to live as a follower of Jesus . 37:54

13d ago37:54

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In Ephesians 6:10-20, we are reminded that life as a follower of Jesus is not lived in peacetime, but amid a spiritual battle. The world we inhabit is marked by brokenness, temptation, and the schemes of the evil one, yet God has not left us defenceless. Instead, he graciously provides all we need to stand firm and live for him. Our strength is not…

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Succession: After Wealth - Cameron Rolls Chartered Accountant (2/7) 13:01

13d ago13:01

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Door Canterbury Property Investors Association

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John MacDonald: There will always be cars and idiots 5:18

13d ago5:18

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There are two things certain in this world. There will always be cars and there will always be idiots. That’s why this move by the Government to make it easier to seize and destroy cars won’t get rid of the boy racer problem. But it’s better than nothing and good on the Government for doing it. At the moment, the police can only seize or destroy a …

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Episode 11 - The Thirty-Nine Articles 1:12:12

15d ago1:12:12

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What does it mean to be an Anglican? Or even a Christian? The Thirty-Nine Articles of Religion, written and adopted by the Anglican Church in 1571, have a lot to say on the subject. But today, The Thirty-Nine Articles are regarded as more of a formulary, little more than an interesting historical document Anglicans use for reference. Thus this impo…

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John MacDonald: The Pope won't change the world, but needs to be part of it 5:30

16d ago5:30

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I don’t often quote Albert Einstein, but I’m going to today. “Those who believe that politics and religion do not mix, understand neither.” And if the new pope didn’t understand that before today, he will now. Because Cardinal Robert Prevost —who will be known as Leo XIV— has only just been elected and already he’s being lobbied by politicians arou…

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Politics Friday with Megan Woods and Vanessa Weenink: Pay equity, MMP, State of Emergency in Banks Peninsula 18:48

16d ago18:48

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John MacDonald was joined this morning by Megan Woods and Vanessa Weenink, to delve into some of the biggest issues of the week. It’s been a big week for Weenink, who holds the electorate seat for Banks Peninsula – she gave an update on the State of Emergency in the area, and her thoughts on the response. Pay equity was the big topic of the week – …

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John MacDonald: The one problem I have with MMP 5:29

17d ago5:29

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I’ve always been a fan of MMP. And I still am, but there’s one thing about it that I do struggle with – the list MPs. I know it took some of us a while to totally understand why we have list MPs. I understand – but I don’t necessarily like it. Which is why I thought retiring Labour MP David Parker raised some good points about MMP in his valedictor…

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Phil Mauger: Christchurch Mayor on the State of Emergency in Banks Peninsula, water quality 8:20

17d ago8:20

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Banks Peninsula's State of Emergency remains in effect, with warning of more severe weather on its way for much of the country. The emergency was declared a week ago during record rain and flooding. Orange warnings have now been issued for more heavy rain for several parts of both islands, heading from south to north over the next two days. Christc…

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True Hope 28:38

18d ago28:38

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Series - John Bible Reference - John 14:1-14 Speaker - Luke BarrsDoor CBC

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John MacDonald: Don't crow about giving women the vote and then do this 5:38

18d ago5:38

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Next time I hear one of our government politicians banging on about New Zealand being the first country in the world to give women the vote, it will sound very hollow. Because while that might be something to crow about, what the Government’s doing in relation to equal pay for women, isn’t. You’ve got to, at the very least, give Brooke van Velden c…

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Marriage, Submission and God's design. A discussion. 52:14

19d ago52:14

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Recently, as part of our Colossians preaching series, John preached from Colossians 3, which focused on marriage, submission, and God's design. You can check out the sermon on our podcast channel or watch it via your YouTube channel https://youtu.be/OeCclT9y01Q. We also invited people to send us questions as part of that sermon. John, Desley, and S…

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John MacDonald: Do we all really need the pension at 65? 5:44

19d ago5:44

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It was very clever of the Government announcing that it was going to pump $12 billion into defence before saying anything about where the money’s coming from. A lot of us got all excited about the defence money because, even if you’re a pacifist, you would have to agree that our defence force has been running on the smell of an oily rag for a very …

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Succession: After Wealth - Cameron Rolls Chartered Accountant (1/7) 13:20

19d ago13:20

13:20

Door Canterbury Property Investors Association

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Colossians 4:2-18 - Living in the Fullness of Christ: A Transformative Community 43:36

20d ago43:36

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Cameron walked us through the last chapter of Colossians. He explains that it’s clear that the gospel is not just a set of beliefs, but a reality that transforms every aspect of our lives. The Colossians, like us, faced temptations to either focus too much on earthly things or to seek spiritual experiences apart from Christ. Yet, Paul reminds us th…

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John MacDonald: What to do about the illegal tobacco trade 5:44

20d ago5:44

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Here’s a stat for you: 25 percent of cigarettes sold in New Zealand are from the black market. They’re being smuggled into the country and criminals are making millions selling them on Facebook Marketplace and construction sites. All over the place. And you probably don’t have to go far to find a dairy selling them, either. That figure has been put…

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John MacDonald: Less ministers and govt. departments? Yes please! 4:49

23d ago4:49

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I love the way David Seymour is describing the size of cabinet and the number of government departments. He says the whole lot are "a big, complicated bureaucratic beast". And he is spot on. Here are the numbers that say it all: we have 82 portfolios, 28 ministers, and 41 separate government departments and agencies. If that doesn’t sound like a co…

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John MacDonald: You thought it was expensive now to travel. Just wait... 4:41

24d ago4:41

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If you think it’s expensive to travel around the country now, it’s about to get more expensive with KiwiRail ditching one of its ferries. But even though flying isn’t cheap, KiwiRail can forget about me making any interisland ferry bookings. Because why would ya? Two dungers —either of which can be out of service on any given day— no thanks. This a…

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John MacDonald: How does reducing revenue equal a business-like approach? 5:40

25d ago5:40

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Get ready for what we now know will be a winter of discontent after the announcement by Nicola Willis that she is slashing government spending. Which shows us once and for all, that the income tax cuts were a dreadful mistake. Because it’s not just ideology driving these budget cuts - it’s need. The Government has much less money coming in the door…

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Chris Hipkins: Labour Leader talks emergency housing, Budget 2025, increased Oranga Tamariki reports 8:05

25d ago8:05

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The Labour Leader is pushing back against criticism of emergency housing motels amid an increase in reports of concern to Oranga Tamariki. It estimates its seen a 45% increase in reports in the year to April, and data shows that as of March 31st, there were 1,391 children overdue to be given a social worker. Chris Hipkins is rebuking the idea the s…

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John MacDonald: A Cantabrian's perspective on Government building changes 6:12

26d ago6:12

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I reckon a lot of us in Canterbury won’t be as excited as people elsewhere in the country about the Government’s plan to let builders, plumbers and drainlayers sign-off their own work. I say that because of the bare-faced lies a lot of us were told by builders after the quakes. So this is going to apply to the construction of simple, standardised h…

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John MacDonald: A Cantabrian's perspective on govt building changes 6:12

26d ago6:12

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I reckon a lot of us in Canterbury won’t be as excited as people elsewhere in the country about the Government’s plan to let builders, plumbers and drainlayers sign-off their own work. I say that because of the bare faced lies a lot of us were told by builders after the quakes. So this is going to apply to the construction of simple, standardised h…

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Colossians 3:18-4:1 - Living Out Faith in Marriage and Relationships 48:09

27d ago48:09

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John walks us through God's instructions on Marriage from Colossians. Marriage as God designed it is not about oppression or power struggles but about freedom, joy, and mutual flourishing. In the Roman world, wives were treated as property and submission was demanded, not given. Paul’s teaching is radically different: wives are called to submit to …

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Fellowship in The Spirit 33:20

27d ago33:20

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Series - Visiting Speakers Bible Reference - Philemon Speaker - Ian Stackhouse (Guildford Baptist Church)Door CBC

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Nichole Lewis - Property Quadrant (4/4) 14:59

27d ago14:59

14:59

Door Canterbury Property Investors Association

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John MacDonald: I'm not normally anti-bottle store, but... 5:19

27d ago5:19

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I’ve surprised myself with my reaction to this plan to open a bottle store right across the road from the bus interchange, in central Christchurch. But I think it’s a terrible idea. And it’s a gut thing. Seeing all the stuff that goes on in the central city, my gut tells me that that’s probably the last place you’d want a bottle store. I’m surprise…

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The Love of God 31:35

1M ago31:35

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Series - Easter Bible References - Romans 5:6-11 , Hosea 3:1-5 Speaker - Luke BarrsDoor CBC

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Nichole Lewis - Property Quadrant (3/4) 18:11

1M ago18:11

18:11

Door Canterbury Property Investors Association

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Language of the Body 34:52

1M ago34:52

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Series - John Bible Reference - John 13:31-38 Speaker - Luke BarrsDoor CBC

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Episode 10 - The Stations of the Cross 1:04:16

1M ago1:04:16

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What exactly are “The Stations of the Cross”? Is that a Roman Catholic thing, or does it have roots in the Protestant tradition as well? And if Protestant, what about Anglican? Join Canterbury Trails hosts Jared Lovell and C. Jay Engel as they welcome Fr. Justin Clemente, associate priest at Holy Cross Cathedral, and author of the new book, At the …

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Matthew 21:1-11- Embracing Our Need for Divine Help: Hosanna! 30:05

1M ago30:05

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Mark unpacked for us the profound need for help that is intrinsic to our human experience, a need that is beautifully illustrated in the story of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem. This event, often celebrated as Palm Sunday, is a powerful reminder of the people's cry for salvation, encapsulated in the word "Hosanna," which means "save us." This cry for …

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John MacDonald: Here's why we need two practical driving tests 5:06

1M ago5:06

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Is it ever-so-slightly ironic that, on the same day that the first highway in the South Island had its speed limit increased to 110 kph, we had the Government announce that it wants to make it easier for people to get their driver’s licence? The highway is the main drag that runs between Christchurch and Rolleston. And the proposed driver licence c…

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Nichole Lewis - Property Quadrant (2/4) 18:06

1M ago18:06

18:06

Door Canterbury Property Investors Association

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Politics Friday with Vanessa Weenink and Tracey McLellan: Treaty Principles Bill, Ferry, Economy 18:34

1M ago18:34

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There's a lack of enthusiasm for a ferry service between Wellington and Lyttelton. According to Local Democracy Reporting, Waimakariri Mayor Dan Gordon believes the Government should consider reinstating the service, which ran from 1895 to 1976. National Party's Vanessa Weenink told John MacDonald the idea is harking back to the old days. She says …

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