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'Lord of the Manor' Noel Edmonds

'Lord of the Manor' Noel Edmonds

What happens when a mega-wealthy celebrity buys large chunks of a small community and starts throwing his weight around?

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July 12, 202417m 5s

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Show Notes

What happens when a mega-wealthy celebrity buys large chunks of a small community and starts throwing his weight around? In 2022, British TV star Noel Edmonds' moved to Ngātīmoti buying a vineyard and cafe called Dunbar Estates. The response to his $30m property buyout has divided the South Island area.

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CREDITS

Written by Tony Wall and Amy Ridout

Read by Tony Wall

Produced by Jen Black

Audio editing by Connor Scott

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