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12 October 2026

Man dies after speaking at South Wairarapa council meeting

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Man dies after speaking at South Wairarapa council meeting

Garry Dittmer had been seeking a response regarding his long-standing concerns about 1080 use when he collapsed at a meeting earlier this month.

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