Wellington City Council is set to cut $650,000 of social and recreation funding, impacting community services and locations like swimming pools, library, arts and culture events and sports fields.

Capital Football CEO Richard Reid is concerned more costs will be put on local families if the cuts go ahead. 

Reid also suggests payments to the Wellington council from using sports fields is much more than other NZ cities.

He says someone has got their facts wrong "and it ain't us". 

Wellington City Council is set to cut $650,000 of social and recreation funding, impacting community services and locations like swimming pools, library, arts and culture events and sports fields.
Capital Football CEO Richard Reid is concerned more costs will be put on local families if the cuts go ahead.&nbsp;
Reid also suggests payments to the Wellington council from using sports fields is much more than other NZ cities.
He says someone has got their facts wrong "and it ain't us".&nbsp;

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 of his city but also knows much can be improved on to make Wellington an even better place, and brings an honest, edgy, fun and engaging show to Wellingtonians each weekday from 9 'til midday.

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 of his city but also knows much can be improved on to make Wellington an even better place, and brings an honest, edgy, fun and engaging show to Wellingtonians each weekday from 9 'til midday.

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.

Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills

Capital Football CEO Richard Reid on WCC recreation cuts

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For Friday Faceoff this week Nick Mills is joined in the studio by Porirua Mayor Anita Baker and Editor of The Local Jane O'Loughlin. 

Starting with the question of the week: Has there been enough accountability for the Wellington City Council's mistakes?

This comes after the latest review showcasing the blunder of the costly library website.

Mayor Baker criticised WCC giving the $600k job to an Auckland company, "keep local jobs local".

Then onto the controversial passing of the Harbour Quays bus lanes. Neither O'Loughlin or Baker were fans. Is it necessary?

Both panellists then called National's announcement to pursue splitting food stuffs "desperation". 

Then onto the decision to scrap routine cognitive tests for older drivers, was it the right one? 

Plus, our panellists share their thoughts on the Tom Phillips case findings and could they ever split with Wellington later in life? 

And as always, hear our panellists' hots and nots from the week.

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For Friday Faceoff this week Nick Mills is joined in the studio by Porirua Mayor Anita Baker and Editor of The Local Jane O'Loughlin.&nbsp;
Starting with the question of the week: Has there been enough accountability for the Wellington City Council's mistakes?
This comes after the latest review showcasing the blunder of the costly library website.
Mayor Baker criticised WCC giving the $600k job to an Auckland company, "keep local jobs local".
Then onto the controversial passing of the Harbour Quays bus lanes. Neither O'Loughlin or Baker were fans. Is it necessary?
Both panellists then called National's announcement to pursue splitting food stuffs "desperation".&nbsp;
Then onto the decision to scrap routine cognitive tests for older drivers, was it the right one?&nbsp;
Plus, our panellists share their thoughts on the Tom Phillips case findings and could they ever split with Wellington later in life?&nbsp;
And as always, hear our panellists' hots and nots from the week.
LISTEN ABOVE

Friday Faceoff with Mayor Anita Baker and Jane O'Loughlin

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/51e9aebd-5f4a-4a77-8874-b4c90013c608/transcript

For Friday Sports Kick-off Nick Mills is joined by ZB sports experts Jason Pine and Adam Cooper to wrap the week in sports.

The pressure is on the Warriors for their home semifinal against Newcastle, will they be able to pull through at Eden Park this weekend?

Is this finally the week for the Wellington Lions after a rough season? The team plays Northland at Hnry Stadium tomorrow.

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For Friday Sports Kick-off Nick Mills is joined by ZB sports experts Jason Pine and Adam Cooper to wrap the week in sports.
The pressure is on the Warriors for their home semifinal against Newcastle, will they be able to pull through at Eden Park this weekend?
Is this finally the week for the Wellington Lions after a rough season? The team plays Northland at Hnry Stadium tomorrow.
LISTEN ABOVE

Friday Sports Kick-off: Warriors vs Newcastle

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World of WearableArt model/performer and VIP host Shikhia "Shak" Ngatai joins Nick in the studio the morning after WOW's opening night. 

After 18 WOW seasons, Shak is well versed in the creative world in the heart of Wellington every year. Nick finds out how it has changed over time - and what keeps her coming back.

The 400+ crew have been working hard, and after weeks of rehearsals, Shak says finally walking out to the full audience is "electric".

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World of WearableArt model/performer and VIP host Shikhia "Shak" Ngatai joins Nick in the studio the morning after WOW's opening night.&nbsp;
After 18 WOW seasons, Shak is well versed in the creative world in the heart of Wellington every year. Nick finds out how it has changed over time - and what keeps her coming back.
The 400+ crew have been working hard, and after weeks of rehearsals, Shak says finally walking out to the full audience is "electric".
LISTEN ABOVE

WOW's Shikhia Ngatai on the opening night excitement and backstage tours

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/61454de4-d141-4cef-9d19-b4c90005c11f/transcript

Capital Football CEO Richard Reid on WCC recreation cuts

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