Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills
Wellingtonians now have the chance to discuss the issues of the day one-on-one with proud local Nick Mills and have a forum to share their ideas, passions and outrages on a daily basis. You don't find many people more passionate about the capital than Nick, and he comes to Wellington Mornings after decades of success as the man behind some of the city's leading hospitality and entertainment offerings - Spruce Goose, Hummingbird and the Wellington Saints basketball team just to name a few. Nick's proud of his city but also knows much can be improved on to make Wellington an even better place, and brings an honest, edgy, fun and engaging show to Wellingtonians each weekday from 9 'til midday.
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Nick was joined for this week's business panel by Gillies Group owner Malcolm Gillies, and tech entrepreneur and founding member of Vision Wellington, Luke Pierson.
They discussed how their particular industries are faring in the current economic climate, and how the government and councils can help things move forward.
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Wellington mayor Tory Whanau claims her council is the "government's punching bag" and has labelled the Prime Minister "not a nice person". Is there some truth to the government constantly beating up Wellington City Council, and was it right for the Mayor to go perso...
It's a big weekend for New Zealand Formula 1 fans as our very own Liam Lawson begins his first full season. How special is his story, and how will he perform?
Also, the Hurricanes need a win tonight as they face the Highlanders in Dunedin. Can they do it?
Newstalk ZB Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper joined Nick Mills for the Friday Sport Kickoff.
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The latest Taxpayers Union Curia Poll shows Labour ahead of National and Chris Hipkins is now marginally more popular than Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. What does this poll result tell us, and will Labour's support hold?
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Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he's grown supportive of the idea of Wellington's four city councils amalgamating into a super city, despite previously being against it.
"I do think some consolidation in the Wellington region would be better for Wellington ratepayers," the Remutaka MP told Nick Mills.
"But also, the lack of strategic oversight for the region is actually holding us back. If we don't sort that out soon w...
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One of the world's most sampled artists died last week. Roy Ayers is a name not many will recognise - but you've certainly heard his music. What's his legacy?
Also, the final ever Homegrown festival to be held in the capital takes place this weekend. Whose on the line up?
Wellington Mornings music man James Irwin joined Nick Mills for Music Time.
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A coroner's report says a man who drowned on Wellington's waterfront may not have, if the council's safety procedures had been better.
Open Justice reports 30-year-old Sandy Calkin drowned in Wellington Harbour in 2021 after accidentally falling in after drinking on Courtney Place.
Coroner Katherine Greig's report says Wellington City Council knew about identified safety risks at the waterfront but failed to act on th...
It's the end of an era for the biggest event of Wellington's music scene.
Homegrown festival, held on the capital's waterfront since 2008, will leave the city for good after this weekend's final event.
Festival founder Andrew Tuck joined Nick Mills to discuss the event's legacy, as well as this year's festival which will see Shihad's final ever performance and be held across two days for the first time.
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Former Minister Andrew Bayly has escaped the trials and tribulations of Parliament for a hike up Nepal's Mt Everest - but is it frowned upon for an MP to take a holiday while the house is sitting?
Also, a new political poll is due out today. What can we expect?
Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls joined Nick Mills for the Beehive Buzz.
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Reserve Bank governor Adrian Orr has resigned suddenly - but why aren't we being told why he's moved on so swiftly? Also, what's his legacy in the role?
And the stories keep coming on the government's cheaper free lunch in schools programme. Are these lunches up to scratch, and was the Prime Minister right to say unhappy parents can send their kids to school with a marmite sandwich and an apple?
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A scathing report into the management of Wellington Water has found the organisation is paying up to three times as much for unplanned pipe maintenance as comparable councils in NZ - so how did this happen, and how will the region's councils respond?
Also, the government has released a tranche of documents into the work to replace the Interislander ferries. What do the documents reveal?
NZ Herald Wellington issues reporter Ge...
Health Minister Simeon Brown has unveiled plans to launch a tele-health service, allowing patients to see a doctor or nurse from home via their mobile device.
“This service will mean Kiwis can access primary healthcare from anywhere in New Zealand, 24 hours a day, seven days a week with the ability for GPs and nurses to also issue prescriptions or make referrals for lab tests," Brown said yesterday.
Dr Bryan Betty, a Wellingt...
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We're told a housing boom is on the way in the capital with a new district plan allowing for more higher-density homes closer to the city. Has this made it easier to develop in Wellington, and what will it mean for house prices?
Also, for the first time the Wellington...
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has spent the last week in Vietnam - what has come from the trip?
Also, former Prime Minister Helen Clark appeared on Q+A yesterday - what did she say about the Five Eyes intelligence sharing agreement?
Newstalk ZB chief political reporter Sophie Trigger joined Nick Mills for the Beehive Buzz.
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The government has announced changes to laws surrounding citizens arrests, but the policy is light on detail and opposed by Retail NZ and the Police Association - and how will it work in practice.
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The Hurricanes take on the Blues in the first Super Rugby game of the season at Sky Stadium. Will the Canes bounce back from a somewhat mediocre performance last weekend?
Also, its the party of the year as the Warriors open their NRL season against the Raiders in Las Vegas on Sunday - what can we expect?
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