Ryan Bridge: It's not just Dunedin, it's everywhere - Early Edition with Ryan Bridge

Grumbling and discontent in regional New Zealand is growing louder and louder, and Wellington ought to pay attention.

The latest was in Dunedin. 35,0000 locals turned in protest, waving signs with Nicola Willis swinging atop a wrecking ball. The wrecking ball was Luxon's head.

The reason the government should heed and listen is because of the size of the protest. 35,000 is huge - and it wasn't just your usual mob of rent-a-crowds and serial protesters.

Dunedin normally votes red so do you bother listening if you're the government?

Problem here is it's not just Dunedin, It's everywhere.

Give me a region and I'll give you a grievance.

Central North Island: Plant closures.

Marlborough: Ferry cancellations.

Tararua: the Manawatu Gorge.

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