The Wellington City Council has cut roughly $400m worth of projects from its long-term plan - a decision necessitated by the vote to keep its stake in Wellington Airport. 

Begonia House looks set to be demolished and the Golden Mile redevelopment is set to continue as planned. How did councillors come to their decision? 

Also, Wellington mayor Tory Whanau has seemingly softened her language when asked by Nick whether she plans to run for a second term as Mayor - will she run again? 

NZ Herald Wellington issues reporter Georgina Campbell joined Nick Mills for the Capital Letter.

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<p>The Wellington City Council has cut roughly $400m worth of projects from its long-term plan - a decision necessitated by the vote to keep its stake in Wellington Airport.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Begonia House looks set to be demolished and the Golden Mile redevelopment is set to continue as planned. How did councillors come to their decision?&nbsp;</p>
<p>Also, Wellington mayor Tory Whanau has seemingly softened her language when asked by Nick whether she plans to run for a second term as Mayor - will she run again?&nbsp;</p>
<p>NZ Herald Wellington issues reporter Georgina Campbell joined Nick Mills for the Capital Letter.</p>
<p><strong>LISTEN ABOVE</strong></p>

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.<br><br>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.<br><br>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.

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Capital Letter: Georgina Campbell on Wellington City Council cuts and whether Tory Whanau will seek another term

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This week on Music Time, our music man James Irwin tells Nick that a certain Christchurch based record label might be New Zealand's most important ever.Also, we check out a reissue of one of New Zealand's most rare and sought after records and the lads gets the gloves off over Bob Geldof and that Christmas song.LISTEN ABOVE

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Music Time: James Irwin on one of NZs most sought after records and a reissue of a controversial Christmas song

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A very special exhibition is opening in Wellington this week. The Art of Bansky sees more than 160 works from the elusive UK artist on display at Wellington's Takina Convention Centre. 

The exhibition is coming direct from London and curator Michel Boersma has made the trip to Wellington for the opening. 

He joined Nick Mills in the studio and brought with him a piece from the famous artist. 

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<p>A very special exhibition is opening in Wellington this week. The Art of Bansky sees more than 160 works from the elusive UK artist on display at Wellington's Takina Convention Centre.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The exhibition is coming direct from London and curator Michel Boersma has made the trip to Wellington for the opening.&nbsp;</p>
<p>He joined Nick Mills in the studio and brought with him a piece from the famous artist.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>LISTEN ABOVE</strong></p>

Michel Boersma: The Art of Banksy curator on the new exhibition and his correspondence with the elusive artist

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Auckland has a beautiful big tree in their CBD, and thousands upon thousands lined the city's streets yesterday for their annual Santa parade. 

But here in Wellington, we have a few cheap lighting trusses as a tree and the days of the big city Christmas parade are long gone. 

It led Nick to ask - is the Christmas spirit in Wellington dying? 

For his thoughts, renowned Wellington Christmas entertainer and former broadcaster Nick Tansley joined the show to give his thoughts. 

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<p>Auckland has a beautiful big tree in their CBD, and thousands upon thousands lined the city's streets yesterday for their annual Santa parade.&nbsp;</p>
<p>But here in Wellington, we have a few cheap lighting trusses as a tree and the days of the big city Christmas parade are long gone.&nbsp;</p>
<p>It led Nick to ask - is the Christmas spirit in Wellington dying?&nbsp;</p>
<p>For his thoughts, renowned Wellington Christmas entertainer and former broadcaster Nick Tansley joined the show to give his thoughts.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>LISTEN ABOVE</strong></p>

Nick Tansley: Renowned Wellington Christmas entertainer on whether Wellington's Christmas spirit is dying

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Capital Letter: Georgina Campbell on Wellington City Council cuts and whether Tory Whanau will seek another term

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