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by Taryn Utiger
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Think local politics is boring? Think again. Every Thursday, Taryn Utiger sits down with mayors, council chairs and political guests to dig into what’s really going on. She asks questions about rates, local issues, hot topics, and the future of our towns, and then flips into some fun stuff like hidden gems and who secretly makes the best coffee in the region. It’s smart, unfiltered kōrero with the people running your patch: Max Brough, Craig Williamson, Neil Volzke, and Phil Nixon, served up with humour, heart, and a bit of hometown sass. If you care about Taranaki but can’t stand political snoozefests, this is your weekly dose of insight, banter, and good local stories from around the maunga.