Simon Bridges confident National can breach Labour's southern stronghold
Simon Bridges was in the heart of Dunedin' student quarter for the annual Otago University Students' Association Clubs and Societies Day on Thursday, where he was followed by about a dozen placard-waving protesters for Extinction Rebellion.
He told Stuff he found the students positive, open, and eager to learn what National could do for them. "I think, dare I say it, there's a possibility of having two local National members in Parliament."
But could the party actually win a seat in Dunedin? Read the full story here and tell us what you think in the comments below.
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It's NZ Music Month and New Zealand really has some beautiful songs from artists that we call our own.
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In honour of NZ Music Month, share a New Zealand song or artist that is special to you and explain why.
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