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It's a waste of time. We've got enough as it is.
Tawhai Poi, 39
Springfield
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It's a waste of time. We've got enough as it is.
Tawhai Poi, 39
Springfield
Yes, because I know the background and it would be good to see it. I'm interested to see if Jacinda's baby is born around the Māori New Year.
Alison Maciver, 67
Titahi Bay, Porirua (former Rotorua resident)
I don't think it should be a national holiday. I'm not against anything but it should go into Parliament. Best bet is to take it to Parliament and see what they say.
Hasmukh Lal, 55
Lynmore
He will perform his newest show in Rotorua on August 14 and Tauranga on August 15.