The Politics Thursday panel this week featured Labour's Wellington North candidate and Health spokesperson Ayesha Verrall, and National's Hutt South MP, and Cabinet Minister Chris Bishop.

They discussed the news that The Greater Wellington Regional Council has filed charges against water entity Tiaki Wai and the City Council over the Moa Point saga.

They also discussed campaigning in their respective electorates, their parties' financial election pledges, and changes to some of Wellington's heritage protections.

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The Politics Thursday panel this week featured Labour's Wellington North candidate and Health spokesperson Ayesha Verrall, and National's Hutt South MP, and Cabinet Minister Chris Bishop.
They discussed the news that The Greater Wellington Regional Council has filed charges against water entity Tiaki Wai and the City Council over the Moa Point saga.
They also discussed campaigning in their respective electorates, their parties' financial election pledges, and changes to some of Wellington's heritage protections.
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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

Politics Thursday: Labour's Ayesha Verrall and National's Chris Bishop

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He’s one of the most distinctive voices to emerge from the great Australian rock scene of the 1980s, and his songs have become part of the soundtrack for generations of music fans. 

James Reyne, the unmistakable lead singer of Australian Crawl, joined Nick Mills ahead of his Wellington concert in March. 

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He’s one of the most distinctive voices to emerge from the great Australian rock scene of the 1980s, and his songs have become part of the soundtrack for generations of music fans.&nbsp;
James Reyne, the unmistakable lead singer of Australian Crawl, joined Nick Mills ahead of his Wellington concert in March.&nbsp;
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James Reyne from Australian Crawl speaks ahead of NZ Summer Tour

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The government has announced amalgamation talks have paused until after the election.

Mayor Laban says the quality of the Wellington headstart proposal submitted by Hutt City, Wellington City, Porirua and South Waiarapa is "outstanding, it's comprehensive".

Laban says the region will continue preparing for amalgamation.

He believes regardless of a change in government the councils will still amalgamate by 2028, with a potential extension to 2029.

Mills asked why other Mayors are complaining about wasted money from the delay, Laban said "you'll have to ask him about that".

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The government has announced amalgamation talks have paused until after the election.
Mayor Laban says the quality of the Wellington headstart proposal submitted by Hutt City, Wellington City, Porirua and South Waiarapa is "outstanding, it's comprehensive".
Laban says the region will continue preparing for amalgamation.
He believes regardless of a change in government the councils will still amalgamate by 2028, with a potential extension to 2029.
Mills asked why other Mayors are complaining about wasted money from the delay, Laban said "you'll have to ask him about that".
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Hutt City Mayor Ken Laban on the Government hitting pause on amalgamation

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Former Chairperson of Wellington Water Nick Leggett answers Nick Mills and listener's questions about the Moa Point catastrophe after the AECOM review release.

Leggett discusses his resignation, which came just over a week after the Moa Point event. He talks about the breakdowns in the system and reflects on his tenure.

Amongst the systematic errors were communication difficulties, according to Leggett. 

Leggett said he felt Wellington Water was "othered" by Wellington City Council.

When asked what he wishes he had done different Leggett told Mills he wishes he would have "shaken the cage a bit harder" to be taken more seriously by the council. 

He shared his experience with the Crown review saying "wild horses would not have kept me away from talking to them".

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Former Chairperson of Wellington Water Nick Leggett answers Nick Mills and listener's questions about the Moa Point catastrophe after the AECOM review release.
Leggett discusses his resignation, which came just over a week after the Moa Point event. He talks about the breakdowns in the system and reflects on his tenure.
Amongst the systematic errors were communication difficulties, according to Leggett.&nbsp;
Leggett said he felt Wellington Water was "othered" by Wellington City Council.
When asked what he wishes he had done different Leggett told Mills he wishes he would have "shaken the cage a bit harder" to be taken more seriously by the council.&nbsp;
He shared his experience with the Crown review saying "wild horses would not have kept me away from talking to them".
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Former Chair of Wellington Water Nick Leggett joins Nick Mills in the studio and takes your calls

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Politics Thursday: Labour's Ayesha Verrall and National's Chris Bishop

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