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Television New Zealand has angered the Government after using charter funds to win rights to the Olympics.
The charter funding aims to help the network fulfil its public broadcasting responsibilities for example by screening local content programmes that reflect New Zealand culture.
Broadcasting Minister Trevor Mallard wants the network to apply to funding agency NZ On Air on a programme by programme basis to use its more than $15.1 million a year in charter funds.
Should TVNZ have used charter funds to secure the Olympics? Here is the latest selection of Your Views:
