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Proposed Immigration Changes Welcomed, but Short-term Immigration is not a Single Solution

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Opinion: Linda Stewart, CEDA Chief Executive The Government’s proposal to change the way it approaches immigration and temporary work visas appears positive for Manawatu and local businesses, but CEDA urges…

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Opinion: NZTA Needs to Think Bigger

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Linda Stewart, CEDA Chief Executive NZTA needs to include a walking and cycling path in the replacement road route for Te Apiti – Manawatu Gorge. Not to do so flies…

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"@nzta_news needs to include a walking and cycling path in the replacement road route for Te Apiti – Manawatu Gorge. Not to do so flies in the face of current national, regional and local policy regarding walking, cycling and tourism" says @LSinNZ https://t.co/8haHFRdQR9

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