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Story summary
- New Zealand First has introduced a Member's Bill to ban public sale and use of fireworks.
- Winston Peters, leader of New Zealand First, said taxpayers should not bear the costs of damage and disruption from fireworks.
- The Fireworks Prohibition Legislation Bill would halt retail sale, manufacture, and importation of fireworks while allowing approved public displays.
- Peters noted many retailers have ceased selling fireworks, reflecting growing demand for the ban nationwide.
