A political commentary discussing the potential of former All Blacks captain Tane Randell joining NZ First, examining concerns about the party's visibility and accountability, while also touching on global geopolitical tensions, economic risks, and foreign policy stances of NewZe
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I think you know Randall is really good because he was very well respected as an all black. He captained the all blacks you know 22 times I think. He played 51 tests for the all blacks and people know him. He's a very solid sort of a character. Interestingly Stu Nash because He's standing, or he could be standing, hasn't been announced yet, but it looks so likely. No, no, I'm talking about Tane Randall. But certainly Stu Nash, I've been texting him today, he's not letting on. And who knows?
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Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on former All Blacks captain Taine Randell joining up with NZ FirstSpotted something wrong on this page? Report a correction.