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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

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9:19

Beehive Buzz: Jason Walls on a new law and order...

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2025/06/30

Legislation will soon be introduced bolstering the maximum sentences for those who assault first responders and Corrections offices. Will it be supported across Parliament? Also, a New Zealand First MP has announced her resignation from Parliament after just 18 months. Why is she leaving? To answer those questions, Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls joined Nick Mills for the Beehive Buzz. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:29

Nick Mills: Why does Tamatha Paul want to tear down...

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2025/06/29

OPINION Well, we've got a new idea from Wellington Central MP Tamatha Paul and you better brace yourself for this one. She was in the paper over the weekend - not advocating for Wellingtonians, for our economy, our businesses or our vulnerable people. She’s advocating for something else entirely. She wants to strip prominent statues around Wellington of their heritage status. She wants these statues bowled. She wants to strip Wellington of its history. Now I can tell you Tamtha's got her sights

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7:26

Chris Bishop: Housing Minister on new legislation...

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2025/06/17

A social housing block that has sat empty in central Wellington for more than a decade will soon lose its heritage status - and there's hopes it could be demolished this side of Christmas. The Gordon Wilson flats on The Terrace have sat empty since 2012, with Victoria University buying the land in 2014. But the buildings held heritage status, making permission to demolish the buildings difficult to acquire. But now the government will progress legislation to remove the flats' heritage status,

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31:56

Business Panel: Dragonfly owner Tania Siladi and Nada...

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2025/06/16

This week on the Business Panel, Nick was joined by two second-generation Wellington business owners. On the agenda was the state of the city, potential changes to sick leave, and the mood amongst the business community about upcoming local elections. Listen to Dragonfly owner Tania Siladi and Nada Bakery owner Michael Gray above. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

Beehive Buzz: Jason Walls on the PM's trip to China,...

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2025/06/16

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon departs early tomorrow morning forChina, leading a business delegation to Shanghai, where he hopes to boost the country’s profile as a tourism and education destination. He'll also meet with president Xi Jinping. So what is he hoping to achieve on the trip? Also, Luxon hinted this morning at possible changes to legislation surrounding sick leave entitlement. Could the government revert back to the five days sick leave that was in place prior to the last government

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31:18

Friday Faceoff: Ben Thomas and Nick Leggett talk...

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2025/06/13

A new Curia poll has seen Labour overtake National, albeit by a very slim margin. Is it realistic to think Labour could form a government after next year's election? Also, despite soon having a new water entity, Wellington's water bills from the second half of this year will be the equivalent of $50 a week - and by 2033 the bills will reach $20 a day. Can Wellingtonians afford this? To answer those questions, former Porirua mayor and Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett and political commentator Ben

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10:56

Friday Sport Kickoff: Adam Cooper and Jason Pine talk...

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2025/06/13

The Hurricanes are officially out of the Super Rugby Pacific competiton, losing to the Brumbies in Canberra over the weekend. How did they perform this season - and who is likely to take out the competition now? Also, golfer Ryan Fox has picked up his second major. What does the future hold for him? All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper and Weekend Sport host Jason Pine joined Nick Mills for the Friday Sport Kickoff. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:49

Politics Thursday: Ginny Andersen and Mike Butterick...

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2025/06/12

It's Fieldays this week - and it coincides with a poll finding just 3 per cent of farmers support Labour, while 54 per cent back National. Why is National seemingly the party of farmers? Also, should farmers be able to use their Kiwisaver to purchase their first farm or herd? To answer those questions, Labour's police spokesperson Ginny Andersen and National's Mike Butterick, live from Fieldays, joined Nick Mills for Politics Thursday. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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7:30

Guy Ryan: Wellington Hospitals Foundation CEO on the...

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2025/06/12

Wellington Hospitals Foundation has launched its annual Jammies in June appeal to support children in hospitals around the region. Demand for pyjamas is even higher this year, with the foundation hoping to collect 3400 pairs of sleepwear. The pyjamas are provided to children arriving at the hospital, as well as to children living in cold damp housing in the community. To discuss the appeal, Wellington Hospitals Foundation CEO Guy Ryan joined Nick Mills. To make a donation, visit whf.org.nz, or drop

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10:03

Matt Doocey: Mental Health Minister on the latest...

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2025/06/11

The latest report from the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission is out - and it doesn't make for good reading. Suicide rates remain high, with no significant decrease since 2018. Also, fatal drug overdoses rose by 88% between 2016 and 2023, and 16,000 fewer people accessed specialist mental health and addiction services in the 2023/23 financial year compared to 2020/21. So are we actually making progress on improving our mental health system, and what does the government plan to do? Mental Health

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10:40

Mark Sainsbury: Men's Health Week Ambassador on the...

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2025/06/11

This week is Men's Health Week, a week dedicated to raising awareness of the health struggles men face. Every day, eight Kiwi families lose a much-loved partner, father, brother or grandfather to a preventable disease. Even worse - one in four Kiwi men won’t live to retirement age. Men's Health Week ambassador and broadcaster Mark Sainsbury joined Nick Mills to talk about the week of awareness. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:09

Bret McKenzie and Andrew Laking: Musician and...

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2025/06/10

This week the Loemis winter festival begins in Wellington with multiple events incorporating music, dance, food and art across the region until June 21. One of those shows will see iconic Wellington musician and Oscar winner Bret McKenzie and his band the State Highway Wonders taking the stage. Bret McKenzie and Loemis festival director Andrew Laking joined Nick in the studio to discuss the festival. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:15

Music Time: James and Nick debate whether tribute...

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2025/06/10

One of the worlds greatest George Michael tribute acts is on his way to Wellington and while Wellington Mornings' music man James Irwin is a fan of tribute acts, Nick certainly isn't. Are tribute acts good or a gimmick? James also takes a look at the albums turning 25 this year, and upcoming gigs in the capital. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:43

Grant Nisbett: Rugby commentator on the death of...

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2025/06/09

Former All Blacks captain Stu Wilson has died, aged 70. Wilson, who could play centre or wing, made 85 appearances for the All Blacks between 1976-83, including 34 tests, two of which he captained. He made nine overseas tours, including that with the 1978 Grand Slam team which beat all four Home Unions. He was captain in all eight matches of the 1983 tour of England and Scotland. He also represented Wellington at provincial level, where he played 89 matches, scoring 54 tries between 1975-84. During

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21:39

Politics Thursday: Ayesha Verrall and Tim Costley...

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2025/06/05

The Prime Minister's deputy press secretary Michael Forbes has resigned after allegations he recorded audio of sessions with sex workers, and captured photos of women in compromising positions. But despite complaints being investigated by police in July last year, Luxon was never informed. Should he have been told? Also, there have been 63 Kainga Ora tenancies terminated in the last ten months after complaints of unruly behaviour. But those properties were the homes of 52 children - has enough

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11:04

Nick Mills tours the Wellington Town Hall project

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills ·

2025/06/04

Yesterday Nick was invited by Arts, Culture and Heritage minister Paul Goldsmith to tour the Wellington Town Hall project - the $329m project funded by the Wellington City Council to bring the city's hall back to its former glory. The town hall was also be home to the National Music Centre, housed in the basement of the hall underneath the stage. While the redevelopment of the hall is funded by the council, the National Music Centre has been jointly funded by the NZ Symphony Orchestra, Victoria

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21:21

Chris Hipkins: Labour leader on his relationship with...

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2025/06/04

Two new polls have different results - one with the current government in power, the other showing the opposition in power. But is Labour actually ready for government - and does the party have decent relationships with potential coalition partners? To answer those questions, Labour leader and Remutaka MP Chris Hipkins joined Nick Mills in the studio. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:10

Winston Peters: New Zealand First leader on the...

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2025/06/04

New Zealand First has had its strongest showing in two recent polls in years - and leader Winston Peters says the support for his party comes down to voters wanting experienced leaders. Peters joined Nick Mills to discuss the first eighteen months of the Parliamentary term, as well as his view of Labour and his relationship with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:11

Du'Plessis Kirifi: Hurricanes co-captain ahead of...

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2025/05/30

The Hurricanes welcome back centurion Ardie Savea to Sky Stadium for the first time in opposition colours on Saturday. Savea skippers Moana Pasifika, who head to Wellington in a fight for the Super Rugby playoffs. Adam Cooper spoke to Hurricanes co-captain Du'Plessis Kirifi about the occasion and how the Hurricanes are placed ahead of the playoffs. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:25

Aaron Young: Wellington Saints Head Coach ahead of...

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills ·

2025/05/30

The Wellington Saints head to Porirua for their latest NBL game, to take on the bottom of table Otago Nuggets. Head coach Aaron Young joined Adam Cooper to reflect on their recent trip north, and update the progress of star player Shea Ili's concussion issue. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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