Ben McNulty: Wellington Councillor on the future of the Johnsonville Shopping Centre - Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Wellington Council is hoping to force the redevelopment of the the infamous Johnsonville Shopping Centre after years of inaction.

It's been two decades since the mall was refurbished - and several high-profile retailers have abandoned the premises.

Wellington Councillor Ben McNulty says there's plenty of options to force change along.

"My view is - if they're not going to use it, they might as well lose it, and someone else who can actually do the work and has the expertise needs to come in."

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