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The fishhooks in National’s coalition agreement with NZ First

ANALYSIS: National MPs have warned they might vote against the Fisheries Amendment Bill.

WATCH: NBR political editor Brent Edwards speaks to Jonathan Mitchell

Brent Edwards Thu, 09 Apr 2026
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It is possible the Fisheries Amendment Bill might set the context for the next round of coalition talks if, as seems inevitable, New Zealand First is the kingmaker again.

The Bill, which essentially seeks to free the commercial fishing industry from the regulatory shackles it believes are holding

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Brent Edwards Thu, 09 Apr 2026
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