One of New Zealand’s leading tech entrepreneurs rips into Matua Shane Jones over his decision to pull out of the debate over a controversial Otago goldmine, saying, “I was looking forward to stepping into the boxing ring with the crowing rooster, but it looks like he’s lost his voice”.

<p>One of New Zealand&rsquo;s leading tech entrepreneurs rips into Matua Shane Jones over his decision to pull out of the debate over a controversial Otago goldmine, saying, &ldquo;I was looking forward to stepping into the boxing ring with the crowing rooster, but it looks like he&rsquo;s lost his voice&rdquo;.</p>

Jamie Mackay delivers your daily fix of everything going on in NZ's biggest industry, along with a generous side-serve of news, sports and politics. The Country from Newstalk ZB, Hokonui and Gold Sport.

<p>Jamie Mackay delivers your daily fix of everything going on in NZ's biggest industry, along with a generous side-serve of news, sports and politics. The Country from Newstalk ZB, Hokonui and Gold Sport.</p>

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The Country 01/04/26: Sir Ian Taylor talks to Jamie Mackay

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