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Upston Advanced $40m Concert Fund Despite Advice, OIA Papers Reveal

Upston Advanced $40m Concert Fund Despite Advice, OIA Papers Reveal

Documents released under the Official Information Act indicate Louise Upston proceeded with a $40 million government concert fund despite advice not to invest. The papers outline internal cautions and the rationale given for moving ahead.

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Louise Upston was advised not to invest in concerts. She did it anyway