It’s not just national government that should concern us. Local government should concern us too.

Auckland has spent an inordinate amount of time and money trying to become a world class city.

But still, Auckland's problems seem to grow. From a growing debt issue to expanding bureaucracy and rebellious councillors.

Who’s in charge? Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown opens up on Podcast 220.

We reference a new NZ authored book on Climate, and we visit The Mailroom with Mrs Producer.

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