Michael Wood on shaky ground after embarrassing day for PM
Chris Hipkins wasn't sure whether Michael Wood would get his job back before election.
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Michael Wood saga deepens, Shelly Bay fire & Prince Harry in court | Focus Morning Bulletin: 7 June, 2023
The Michael Wood saga continues, Auckland households face a double-digit rate increase and Prince Harry gets his day in court in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
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Transport Minister Michael Wood fronts the media over his Auckland Airport shares. Video / Mark Mitchell
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