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http://www.stuff.co.nz/business/industries/6550874/Lamington-attack-on-Auckland-mayor
BAHAHA sad little man.
Len Brown needs to wake up and realize Queen St is a disgrace for Tourist. He wants it to be like South Auckland not safe for the tourist. What a stupid News Report that it is okay. Denise