The government has confirmed the money will be spent in Northland, including on buying greenfields land and transport upgrades like a new bridge in Kamo.
Iwi leaders have accused National and ACT of "fanning the flames of racism", urging the prime minister to be brave and not walk away from partnership on three waters.
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