There's arguments against a recommendation the Government abandons property buy-outs. 

An independent panel has prepared a proposal for flood adaptation to the Environment Ministry. 

It says homeowners should be responsible for deciding to live in high-risk areas - and shouldn't expect the Government to stump up for weather-damaged homes. 

Victoria University emeritus professor Jonathan Boston says he disagrees.

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There's arguments against a recommendation the Government abandons property buy-outs.&nbsp;
An independent panel has prepared a proposal for flood adaptation to the Environment Ministry.&nbsp;
It says homeowners should be responsible for deciding to live in high-risk areas - and shouldn't expect the Government to stump up for weather-damaged homes.&nbsp;
Victoria University emeritus professor Jonathan Boston says he disagrees.
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Jonathon Boston: Government should ensure people live in areas safe from disaster

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