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The Country - Ten questions edition

The Country
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Today on The Country, Jamie Mackay had 10 questions for Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern about the Government's freshwater plans.

On with the show:

Jim Hopkins and Ele Ludemann:

Jamie Mackay and Sam "Lashes" Casey are in Enfield today where they catch up with 'rural raconteur' Jim Hopkins and our North Otago farmer Ele Ludemann for their thoughts on water quality.

Jacinda Ardern:

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Following on from Todd Muller yesterday, it's the turn of the PM to ponder ten questions on water quality.

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• Jamie Mackay asks Jacinda Ardern ten questions on water quality

Chris Brandolino:

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Our NIWA weather forecaster takes a look at what's in store for the week.

Blair McLean:

Our horticulture and viticulture correspondent gives you a chance to win with our Winery of the Week - St Clair.

Blake Holgate:

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