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Shadbolt to Ardern: Don't crush Invercargill

Author
Newstalk ZB Staff,
Publish Date
Sat, 2 Sep 2017, 8:37AM
Invercargill mayor Tim Shadbolt. Photo / File
Invercargill mayor Tim Shadbolt. Photo / File

Shadbolt to Ardern: Don't crush Invercargill

Author
Newstalk ZB Staff,
Publish Date
Sat, 2 Sep 2017, 8:37AM

Tim Shadbolt has issued a plea to Jacinda Ardern, asking her not to crush Invercargill.

The city's Mayor said like a lot of New Zealanders, he's overwhelmed by the Labour leader's warm, friendly style, enthusiasm, debating skills and positivity.

But he said the Labour Party's Zero Fee policy for tertiary students will undermine Invercargill's marketing edge, and innovative point of difference.

Mr Shadbolt said he doesn't object to the policy, saying imitation is the highest form of flattery.

But he said it's only fair the Government helps Invercargill to go one better, and offer rent free accommodation to tertiary students.

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