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Hot Topic Hawke’s Bay
Hot Topic Hawke’s Bay
Opinion
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We’re the North Korea of the South Pacific

I’ve Been Thinking: Penguin’s hagiography of our PM for children reads like something from North Korea.

The title gives you the idea: Taking the Lead: How Jacinda Ardern Wowed the World. The book’s blurb says: “This is the true story of a trailblazer who has inspired people around the planet.” Primary schools are buying the book and recommending it to parents.

The book is made up of

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Richard Prebble Wed, 17 Jun 2020
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