Jim Hopkins remembered - Craig Wiggins

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Dom talks with Craig Wiggins from Lean on a Gate about the life and legacy of broadcaster, writer and Waitaki stalwart Jim Hopkins, following his passing this week, aged 80. In particular, they discuss the handover of MC duties for the Young Farmer of the Year Contest and his love for rural NZ. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

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