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Listen: Winston Peters - irrigator vandalism is 'economic terrorism'

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The Country: The New Zealand First leader shares his concerns over drought in Northland, Bill English’s effort in Europe and free trade agreements in general.

It wouldn't be Wednesday without Winston on The Country. Today Mr Peters caught up with Jamie Mackay for an update on what's winding him up.

Winston is a fan of irrigation and says Northland has no shortage of water. Unfortunately they have a shortage of collecting it according to the New Zealand First leader.

Speaking of irrigation, Jamie wants to discuss the vandalism of Richard Subtil's irrigator on his Omarama farm. Peters refers to the incident as an act of "economic terrorism" rather than environmental sabotage.

Bill English is pressing the flesh in Europe. What does Winston Peters think of his efforts representing New Zealand overseas?

Finally, Jamie picks Peters' brain about Trump and what he believes is in the future for New Zealand's economy under the new US President.

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