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Episode: Why is Three Waters so divisive and why is Labour sticking with it?
Description: There has been no political issue in New Zealand more divisive in recent months than Three Waters. The Government’s plan to centralise water management has been met with sharp opposition around the country. Critics say the plan will take power away from the local councils closest to the people affected, but the Government remains adamant that this move is necessary to keep rates low and improve water management around the country. So what is the thinking behind Three Waters? Why are people so angry about it? And does it have any chance of...