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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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22:17

Politics Thursday: Ginny Andersen and Tim Costley...

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills ·

2025/02/12

David Seymour has been under fire this week after it was revealed he wrote a letter supporting Philip Polkinghorne before he was charged with murder, and before Seymour was a Minister. The controversy continued on Monday as Seymour attempted to drive a Land Rover up Parliament's steps, before being yelled at by a Parliamentary security guard. How have both of these stories reflected on the government, and do Seymour and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon have a good relationship? Also, Finance

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10:24

Vanessa Stacey: NZ Fringe Festival director on the...

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2025/02/11

One of the highlights on Wellington’s events calendar returns this week. NZ Fringe is the largest arts festival in the country, encompassing more than 170 events with artists from across New Zealand and the globe. The festival has called Wellington home since it began in 1990 - and this year marks the 35th annual event. To talk about what audiences can expect, festival director Vanessa Stacey joined Nick Mills. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:48

Michèle A'Court: Comedian on her love of Wellington...

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2025/02/10

Michèle A'Court is a best-selling author, an actor, a writer and a former What Now host - but she's best known as a comedian, having entertained crowds across New Zealand for decades. She got her start in Wellington and is returning to the city this month to perform as part of NZ Fringe. She joined Nick Mills to discuss her career, her time in Wellington and how comedy has changed. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:29

Beehive Buzz: What's going on in the Cook Islands?

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2025/02/10

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has jetted off to China to sign a new partnership deal - but New Zealand has no idea what the deal entails. Foreign Minister Winston Peters says the country, which is in free association with New Zealand, has failed to consult the government on the deal - a requirement of a constitutional agreement signed in 2001. So what could be in the deal, and how will the government respond? Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls joined Nick Mills for the Beehive Buzz

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11:14

Matt Aitken: Weta FX head of VFX on the company's...

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2025/02/04

There was huge news for Wellington's film industry late last month; our very own Weta FX has been nominated for three Academy Awards. This year, Alien: Romulus,Better Man, andKingdom of the Planet of the Apeshave been recognised with Best Visual Effects Oscar nominations. Weta FX worked on all three films. The company, which has 2000 staff in Wellington, will learn whether they have won the awards on Monday March 3. Weta FX head of VFX Matt Aitken joined Nick Mills to discuss the work that went into

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8:32

Capital Letter: Georgina Campbell on Wellington's...

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills ·

2025/02/04

The latest rating valuations are out for Wellington - and its not good news for the value of almost every property in the city. The average property has decreased in value by 24.4% since the last valuations in 2021 - but could it mean rates bills come down? Also, Wellington City Council crown observer Lindsay McKenzie has given his first report to the Local Government Minister - what'd it say? NZ Herald Wellington issues reporter Georgina Campbell joined Nick Mills for the Capital Letter. LISTEN

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9:42

Music Time: Toto coming to Wellington and Paul...

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills ·

2025/02/03

Music legends Toto have announced a gig in Wellington, performing at the TSB Arena in April. But who is the special guest joining them? Also, Sir Paul McCartney has hit out at the rise of artificial intelligence - but is his stance slightly hypocritical given The Beatles utilised AI in their latest single? To answer those questions, Nick Mills was joined by Wellington Mornings music guru James Irwin. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:31

Business Panel: WellingtonNZ COO Heidi Morton and...

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills ·

2025/02/02

It's our first Business Panel of 2025 and there is one question on everyone's mind: will the capital's economy bounce back this year? Whatever happens, today's guests say Wellington needs to remain positive and celebrate what makes the city great. WellingtonNZ chief operating officer Heidi Morton and Capital Creative Arts Trust CEO Kim Bailey joined Nick Mills on the panel today. The pair discussed the mood of the region, the apparent lack of big events, and the success of Wellington's arts

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9:26

Beehive Buzz: Jason Walls on where the PM will be on...

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2025/02/02

Thousands will descend on the Waitangi Treaty grounds this week ahead of celebrations on Thursday - but the Prime Minister will be notably absent. Where is he celebrating the day? Also, a government-wide investigation into allegations of misuse of census data still hasn't been released. When will the findings be known? 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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32:47

Friday Faceoff: Peter Dunne and Jo Coughlan talk...

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2025/01/31

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has floated the idea of campaigning on asset sales at the next election - but what does the government have to sell? Also, a three-day police operation that saw 14 people arrested for being in possession of stolen trolleys has drawn criticism from some local leaders, alleging its an attack on the poor. Is this an appropriate use of police resources? To answer those questions, former Minister and Ohariu MP Peter Dunne and Silvereye managing director Jo Coughlan joined

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9:41

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

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2025/01/31

The Wellington Firebirds have missed out on a place in this year's Super Smash finals due to rain - but the Blaze are aiming to pick up their ninth title. What have been the best moments of this Super Smash season? Also, Amelia Kerr has been named ICC's Womens Player of the Year. How much of an asset is she to New Zealand cricket and Wellington? Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper joined Nick Mills for the Friday Sport Kickoff. LISTEN ABOVESee

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23:35

Politics Thursday: Kieran McAnulty and Tim Costley...

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2025/01/29

The government has announced a raft of speed limit changes around the country, bringing some speed limits back to what they were before the last government changed them. But will this cause more harm on our roads? Also, both David Seymour and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon have raised the prospect of asset sales, with Luxon hinting National may take an asset sales policy to the next election. Does it make sense to sell assets? To answer those questions, Labour's Wairarapa-based MP Kieran McAnulty

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7:36

Beehive Buzz: Jason Walls on the first day of Treaty...

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2025/01/26

Parliament has returned from its summer recess to what will be one of the most watched select committee considerations ever, with hundreds of people expected to give their view on the Treaty Principles Bill. The select committee process began today with submissions from the bill's sponsor David Seymour. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls has been watching proceedings and joined Nick Mills for the Beehive Buzz. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:12

Fleur Fitzsimons: PSA acting national secretary on...

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2025/01/26

Act leader David Seymour used his state of the nation speech last week to call for a discussion on privatisation - including of the health system. Seymour told his supporters New Zealanders need to get past the "squeamishness of privatisation", and suggested the health system could be privatised, with the government funding medical insurance for individuals. Responding to the suggestions, Public Service Association acting national secretary Fleur Fitzsimons said private healthcare systems haven't

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33:22

Friday Faceoff: Josie Pagani and Nick Leggett talk...

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2025/01/23

Justin Lester is not ruling out running for Wellington mayor this year - and Nick Leggett and Josie Pagani are convinced he will run. But what are his chances? Also, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th US President this week. What will be the impact of the major decisions of the first few days, and what can we expect over the next four years? To answer those questions, ChildFund CEO Josie Pagani and Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett joined Nick Mills for Friday Faceoff. LISTEN ABOVESee

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10:35

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

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills ·

2025/01/23

The Australian Open has been entertaining us now for over a week - and tonight the men's semi-finals take place. What can we expect? Also, Richie Mo'unga has confirmed he will be remaining in Japan, despite efforts by All Blacks coach Scott Robertson to lure him back to the national team. How does this reflect on Robertson? To answer those questions, Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper joined Nick Mills for the Friday Sport Kickoff. LISTEN ABOVESee

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6:55

Georgina Campbell: NZ Herald reporter on whether...

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2025/01/23

Wellington mayor Justin Lester isn't ruling out another run for Wellington's top job. The former mayor, who failed to win reelection after one term in 2019, says it's not his intention to run but he may stand depending on the other candidates. "If Wellington got to a state where things got so bad and there were no good candidates and my family came to me and said we want you to do something, I might do it. I might consider it," Lester told Nick Mills yesterday. "If things got so bad I think I could

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22:23

Politics Thursday: Julie Anne Genter and Mike...

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills ·

2025/01/23

The year in politics has begun with a bang, with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announcing a cabinet reshuffle that sees two big portfolios, health and transport, handed to new Ministers. But how will the new Ministers perform in their new jobs, and what did Shane Reti and Melissa Lee do wrong to lose their biggest responsibilities? Also, Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. What impact will his policies have on New Zealand and the world? To answer those

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8:02

Stuart Nash: Former Tourism minister responds to...

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills ·

2025/01/23

Former Tourism minister Stuart Nash says New Zealand should be focused on attracting high-value tourists to New Zealand, rather than greater numbers of tourists that don't spend as much. Yesterday newly minted Economic Growth minister Nicola Willis said the government would be moving away from the previous government's plan of mainly attracting tourists that spend significant sums while in the country. "I want all tourists, because ultimately it's not the government that decides how much a tourist

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10:00

'I might do it': Former Wellington mayor Justin...

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills ·

2025/01/22

Wellington mayor Justin Lester isn't ruling out another run for Wellington's top job. The former mayor, who failed to win reelection after one term in 2019, says it's not his intention to run but he may stand depending on the other candidates. Asked by Nick Mills if he was running, Lester said he has "zero intention" of running for the mayoralty, saying the job would take him away from his family. But when asked if he was ruling it out, Lester replied "never say never". "If Wellington got to a state

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