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Poll: Dirty water, who is to blame?

The Country
27 Jan, 2017 02:12 AMQuick Read

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New Zealand's declining water quality has gripped the nation's attention recently.

The Country has been covering both sides of the story with strong opinions from both rural and urban sectors.

Malcolm Lumsden: Who is the greater polluter, cows or people?

Brian Rudman: Time for Aucklanders to stop fouling their own nest

Now it's time for you to have your say. Take our poll and let us know what you're thinking about New Zealand's water quality.

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