I migliori Wellington podcast (2025)

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Politics Thursday: Ginny Andersen and Mike Butterick talk citizens arrests, four year terms 22:10

15h ago22:10

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The government has announced changes to the laws surrounding citizens arrests - but how would this law work in practice, and could retailers be put even further in harms way? Also, the government is introducing legislation to allow for a four year term - but only if the public supports it at referendum. Will they? Labour's police spokesperson and N…

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Make More Room: Being Bold 46:05

18d ago46:05

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Di Roger Myers

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Capital Letter: Why do the Beehive and a rusting oil tank have the same heritage status? 9:50

1d ago9:50

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It's a fact that has dumbfounded some of Wellington's city councillors. Why does the heart of New Zealand's government, the Parliamentary precinct, have the same heritage status as a giant rusting oil tank on the other side of the city? Derelict buildings with heritage status are something Wellingtonians have discussed for years, and now the Wellin…

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Jennifer Ward-Lealand and Michael Hurst: Acclaimed actors on their upcoming show in Wellington 10:48

3d ago10:48

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Jennifer Ward-Lealand and Michael Hurst are a power couple – both having worked extensively in film, theatre and television and both being recognised with Royal Honours. The pair are in Wellington this week for the start of a nationwide tour of their new show In Other Words, which follows the story of a lifelong love affected by the onset of dement…

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Simon Casey: Remutaka Rd Action Group leader on the idea of a new toll road to the Wairarapa 11:09

3d ago11:09

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A new group is calling on the government to investigate a new road between Upper Hutt and the Wairarapa - aiming to do away with the current accident-prone Remutaka Hill Road in favour of a safer toll road. The group has investigated four options and estimates a new route could halve the 33-minute journey between Featherston and Upper Hutt. The mos…

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Beehive Buzz: Jason Walls on the government hinting at a Defence funding boost 9:03

4d ago9:03

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Defence Minister Judith Collins says it's time the government properly funded the New Zealand Defence Force, after what she says is 35 years of inadequate funding. It comes as the Chinese stage live-firing operations in the Tasman Sea, without having alerted the government first. To discuss the issue, Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls joined…

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Grieg Wilson: Wellington bar owner on being told he cannot advertise to students during O-week 7:04

4d ago7:04

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Wellington bar owner Greig Wilson is in a dispute with the Wellington City Council after being told he couldn't distribute pamphlets advertising his bars during O-week at Victoria University. Wilson says he's distributed the flyers for years - but the Victoria University of Wellington Students Association complained to the council's licensing team …

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Friday Sport Kickoff: Grant Nisbett and Jason Pine talk Canes v Drua, Phoenix v Auckland FC 9:18

7d ago9:18

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The Crusaders beat the Hurricanes in Christchurch last weekend in the opening match of this year's Super Rugby season - how did they perform, and what are the expectations for the Cane's clash with the Fijian Drua this weekend? Also, the Wellington Phoenix take on top-of-the-table Auckland FC this weekend. Could the Phoenix come out on top, and is …

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Friday Faceoff: Fleur Fitzsimons and Brigitte Morten talk James Cameron, Chinese warships and Destiny Church 33:38

7d ago33:38

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Vision for Wellington - the advocacy group led by some of the capital's high-flyers, has held its first event in Wellington. Acclaimed director James Cameron told the crowd of 1000 that the film industry could be the answer to Wellington's growth. Is it? Also, three powerful Chinese warships are currently sailing through the Tasman Sea - but the Ch…

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Politics Thursday: Ayesha Verrall and Mike Butterick talk OCR, census data and Destiny Church 21:31

8d ago21:31

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An investigation into Census data provided to third-party organisations has found there weren't enough safeguards around the data - and now there are fears it will impact Kiwis trust in the Census. Will it? Also, there are calls for a review of Destiny Church's charitable status after a protest against a Rainbow story time event in Auckland over th…

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Capital Letter: Georgina Campbell on James Cameron's support for a controversial Wellington lobby group 9:35

9d ago9:35

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Controversial Wellington lobby group Vision for Wellington is hosting an event tonight with one of the world's most successful filmmakers - James Cameron. The group aims to advocate for Wellington's future - but what actually is the group's vision? Also, why are Wellington motorcyclists upset over a council decision? NZ Herald Wellington issues rep…

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Music Time: James Irwin on the nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 10:13

10d ago10:13

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The nominees are out for this year's inductions to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - who are they, and which famous artists have never been inducted? Wellington Mornings music man James Irwin joined Nick Mills for Music Time, where they also discussed upcoming gigs in the Wellington region. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform…

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Business Panel: Delivereasy 's Tim Robinson and Adult Toy Megastore's Nicola Relph 31:35

11d ago31:35

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They're two Wellington business behemoths; one delivering food, the other offering sexual wellness products. But now unlikely partners Delivereasy and Adult Toy Megastore have joined forces to deliver sex toys to Wellington customers in under an hour - a campaign to promote both businesses. Delivereasy co-founder Tim Robinson and Adult Toy Megastor…

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Beehive Buzz: Jason Walls on Erica Stanford v David Seymour on teacher-only day crackdown 9:40

11d ago9:40

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Act leader and associate Education minister David Seymour says he didn't overstep when he announced there would be a crackdown on teacher only days - despite comments from Education minister Erica Stanford suggesting otherwise. “I think he knew at the time he was overstepping the mark somewhat because it is my decision – I am the Minister of Educat…

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Friday Faceoff: Wayne Guppy and Dame Kerry Prendergast talk David Seymour, means testing super and hitchhiking 33:05

14d ago33:05

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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. Was S…

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Friday Sport Kickoff: Adam Cooper and Nick Bewley on the Hurricanes v Crusaders Super Rugby opener 10:27

14d ago10:27

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The Hurricanes take on the Crusaders in the first Super Rugby Pacific match of 2025 in Christchurch tonight - what can we expect from both teams, and who will come out on top? Also, Saturday night sees the Blues take on the Chiefs in a rematch of last year's final - how are those teams looking? To answer those question, All Sport Breakfast host Ada…

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Martin Connelly: South Wairarapa Mayor says speed limits are fine following bike and car collision 8:14

14d ago8:14

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South Wairarapa mayor Martin Connelly says the speed limit along a stretch of Martinborough road is fine for now - despite large numbers of cyclists hopping between wineries. "People have never experienced in 20 years, an accident like this," Connelly said, saying he's comfortable with the road's 100km/h speed limit until he sees expert evidence su…

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Nick Mills: Golden Mile works must be paused until Wellington votes 7:45

14d ago7:45

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OPINION The Golden Mile. Three words that terrify business owners on Lambton Quay, Willis Street and Courtenay Place. You know the plan. Removing cars from those three streets, pedestrianising the roads and installing bus lanes only. Parking will be gone too. It started off with Let's Get Wellington Moving. Then that was scrapped. But Wellington ma…

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Politics Thursday: Ginny Andersen and Tim Costley debate David Seymour's behaviour, superannuation 22:17

15d ago22:17

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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 h…

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Vanessa Stacey: NZ Fringe Festival director on the 35th annual event kicking off this week 10:24

16d ago10:24

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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…

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Beehive Buzz: What's going on in the Cook Islands? 8:29

18d ago8:29

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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 2…

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Michèle A'Court: Comedian on her love of Wellington and upcoming NZ Fringe show 10:48

18d ago10:48

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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 Well…

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Matt Aitken: Weta FX head of VFX on the company's three Oscar nominations 11:14

23d ago11:14

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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, and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes have been recognised with Best Visual Effects Oscar nominations. Weta FX worked on all three films. The company, which has 2000 staff in We…

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Capital Letter: Georgina Campbell on Wellington's latest rating valuations 8:32

23d ago8:32

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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 …

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Music Time: Toto coming to Wellington and Paul McCartney hits out at AI 9:42

24d ago9:42

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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 …

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Business Panel: WellingtonNZ COO Heidi Morton and Cuba Dupa and Fringe boss Kim Bailey 32:31

25d ago32:31

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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 joine…

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Beehive Buzz: Jason Walls on where the PM will be on Waitangi day and the Census data misuse investigation 9:26

25d ago9:26

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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, Ne…

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Make More Room 43:21

25d ago43:21

43:21

Di Kevin Parker

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Friday Faceoff: Peter Dunne and Jo Coughlan talk asset sales, speed limits and Operation Trolley 32:47

28d ago32:47

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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 ap…

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Friday Sport Kickoff: Jason Pine and Adam Cooper on this years Super Smash season and Amelia Kerr's greatness 9:41

28d ago9:41

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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? We…

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Politics Thursday: Kieran McAnulty and Tim Costley debate asset sales, speed limit changes 23:35

29d ago23:35

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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 t…

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Beehive Buzz: Jason Walls on the first day of Treaty Principles Bill submissions 7:36

1M ago7:36

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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 …

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Fleur Fitzsimons: PSA acting national secretary on David Seymour's calls to explore privatisation 7:12

1M ago7:12

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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 in…

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Make More Room: Earnestly Desire 28:24

1M ago28:24

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Di Richard Whittle

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Friday Faceoff: Josie Pagani and Nick Leggett talk Cabinet reshuffle, Trump's inauguration and whether Justin Lester is running for Mayor 33:22

1M ago33:22

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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 …

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Friday Sport Kickoff: Jason Pine and Adam Cooper on the Australian Open and Richie Mo'unga remaining in Japan 10:35

1M ago10:35

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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 question…

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Georgina Campbell: NZ Herald reporter on whether Justin Lester will run to be Wellington's next mayor 6:55

1M ago6:55

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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…

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Politics Thursday: Julie Anne Genter and Mike Butterick debate cabinet reshuffle, Trump's inauguration and minimum wage rises 22:23

1M ago22:23

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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 …

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Stuart Nash: Former Tourism minister responds to government moving away from 'high value' tourism approach 8:02

1M ago8:02

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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 tou…

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'I might do it': Former Wellington mayor Justin Lester won't rule out running again in this year's local election 10:00

1M ago10:00

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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, s…

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Tony Randle: Wellington City Councillor on why Golden Mile works haven't started as promised 8:36

1M ago8:36

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Construction work on the first phase of Wellington's controversial Golden Mile project was supposed to have begun this month - but diggers and bulldozers are nowhere to be seen. The council previously said contracts for the project, which would remove cars from Lambton Quay, Willis St and Courtenay Place, would be signed in December. Works on Court…

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Andrew Tuck: Jim Beam Homegrown director on the festival leaving Wellington after 18 years 8:13

1M ago8:13

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Wellington's iconic Jim Beam Homegrown festival is leaving the city after eighteen years, with this year's festival the last in the capital. Festival director Andrew Tuck told Nick Mills the decision was a hard one, with his team having explored every other option to keep the festival in the city. He said New Zealand music remains enormously popula…

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Music Time: James Irwin on Homegrown leaving Wellington and other upcoming summer gigs 10:02

1M ago10:02

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Some sad news for Wellington was announced on Monday: after eighteen years, the Jim Beam Homegrown festival will be leaving Wellington and is searching for a new home. How big a loss is this for Wellington, and what other big music events does Wellington play host to? Wellington Mornings music man James Irwin, sporting a controversial new haircut, …

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Make More Room: Gifts of discernment 37:34

1M ago37:34

37:34

Di Trefor Jones

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Make More Room: In Your Heart 45:04

2M ago45:04

45:04

Di Trefor Jones

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Best of 2024: Nick Mills - Wellington is in a downward spiral and we're in trouble 4:26

2M ago4:26

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OPINION: Some disturbing news came across my desk yesterday. I got a lovely email from Nicola Cranfield with the sad news that Cranfield’s on Johnson St near Lambton Quay is closing. Often shops close during a recession and unpredictable times. Shops close because they go broke. Businesses close when owners have just had enough. But Cranfield’s has…

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Don't Miss Out! 45:12

2M ago45:12

45:12

Di Kevin Parker

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Make More Room 45:54

2M ago45:54

45:54

Di Trefor Jones

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Friday Faceoff: Mark Sainsbury and Polly Gillespie dissect the year that was 2024, live from Prefab Cafe 30:02

2M ago30:02

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It's the final Faceoff for 2024 - so who better than two Wellington broadcasting legends to dissect the news of the year? It's been a huge year in politics - and much of it has centered on Wellington. How has both the government and the opposition performed, and who is the stand-out political performer of the year? Also, Wellington City Council and…

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Friday Sport Kickoff: Grant Nisbett and Jason Pine celebrate 2024's sporting successes 13:41

2M ago13:41

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It’s been a magnificent year in sport. New Zealand had a record haul of 10 gold medals at the Paris Olympics, Wellington took out the NPC championship and the Phoenix had their best ever season. To talk the sporting successes of 2024, who better than legendary sports broadcasters Grant Nisbett and Jason Pine. The pair joined Nick Mills for the fina…

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