Just three hours before the coalition government's first budget was unveiled, two politicians came in to debate what might be in it, and the other political issues of the week.

Nick was joined by a Wellington Mornings newbie, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk, and Labour's police spokesperson Ginny Andersen. 

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Just three hours before the coalition government's first budget was unveiled, two politicians came in to debate what might be in it, and the other political issues of the week.
Nick was joined by a Wellington Mornings newbie, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk, and Labour's police spokesperson Ginny Andersen. 
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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 Ginny Andersen and National's Chris Penk on the budget, protests and Kainga Ora

Labour leader Chris Hipkins joins Nick Mills on Wellington Mornings to chat the latest in politics, including Paul Henry's entrance into politics with the ACT Party.

Hipkins shares his thoughts on famous faces entering politics, and how he thinks broadcaster Paul Henry will fit into the beehive. "Shane Jones is going to have a bit of competition for parliament's biggest blowhard."

Then how is Labour reacting to the shifts in National's plan for the Roads of National Significance. Would they follow through with all projects put on the back burner?

When asked if Labour would prioritise the second Mt Victoria tunnel project, Hipkins says he doesn't think anyone will be driving through it in the next decade.

Plus, his meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the talks to join an Ocean of Peace Alliance and remembering Sir Sam Neill.

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Labour leader Chris Hipkins joins Nick Mills on Wellington Mornings to chat the latest in politics, including Paul Henry's entrance into politics with the ACT Party.
Hipkins shares his thoughts on famous faces entering politics, and how he thinks broadcaster Paul Henry will fit into the beehive. "Shane Jones is going to have a bit of competition for parliament's biggest blowhard."
Then how is Labour reacting to the shifts in National's plan for the Roads of National Significance. Would they follow through with all projects put on the back burner?
When asked if Labour would prioritise the second Mt Victoria tunnel project, Hipkins says he doesn't think anyone will be driving through it in the next decade.
Plus, his meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the talks to join an Ocean of Peace Alliance and remembering Sir Sam Neill.
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Labour Leader Chris Hipkins on Paul Henry joining the ACT Party

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EDITORIAL:

I start the programme this morning with incredibly sad news that last night, New Zealand lost one of its true greats. 

Sir Sam Neill has died. 

Now, I'm not going to spend the next hour listing every film he made or every award he won, because, quite frankly, we already know what Sir Sam Neill achieved.  

We know the remarkable career he built. We know the incredible body of work he leaves behind.  

From Sleeping Dogs to The Piano, from Jurassic Park to Hunt for the Wilderpeople, and so many memorable performances in between, he became one of the most recognisable Kiwi faces worldwide. 

He didn't just represent New Zealand. He represented us with dignity, humour, intelligence and class. I’m so proud to think he was the person representing us on the world stage. 

Only a few months ago he was talking about beating cancer again.  

His family said he died suddenly, surrounded by those he loved, peacefully and with the dignity that defined his life. There's some comfort in that, even though the loss feels enormous. 

I've never actually met Sir Sam. 

The closest I ever came was years ago.  

There were always rumours he owned a house at the end of the street where I lived.  

One day I happened to see him standing quietly at the top of his driveway, waiting for a taxi. That was it. 

No conversation. No introduction. Just one of those little moments you remember. 

I'll remember exactly where I was when I heard he'd died.  

I was sitting in the car at the traffic lights outside Rutherford & Bond. Funny how news like this freezes a moment in time forever. 

Some people leave an impression on your life even if you never met them. 

Sir Sam Neill was one of those people. 

He was an extraordinary actor, a proud New Zealander, a storyteller, an internationally acclaimed winemaker, an advocate for the places and people he loved, and by all accounts, a genuinely decent human  

This morning isn't just about remembering a brilliant actor. 

It's about remembering one of us, one of our own, who became a true, true international icon. 

Sir Sam Neill. 

Rest in peace. 

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EDITORIAL:
I start the programme this morning with incredibly sad news that last night, New Zealand lost one of its true greats.&nbsp;
Sir Sam Neill has died.&nbsp;
Now, I'm not going to spend the next hour listing every film he made or every award he won, because, quite frankly, we already know what Sir Sam Neill achieved. &nbsp;
We know the remarkable career he built. We know the incredible body of work he leaves behind. &nbsp;
From Sleeping Dogs to The Piano, from Jurassic Park to Hunt for the Wilderpeople, and so many memorable performances in between, he became one of the most recognisable Kiwi faces worldwide.&nbsp;
He didn't just represent New Zealand. He represented us with dignity, humour, intelligence and class. I’m so proud to think he was the person representing us on the world stage.&nbsp;
Only a few months ago he was talking about beating cancer again. &nbsp;
His family said he died suddenly, surrounded by those he loved, peacefully and with the dignity that defined his life. There's some comfort in that, even though the loss feels enormous.&nbsp;
I've never actually met Sir Sam.&nbsp;
The closest I ever came was years ago. &nbsp;
There were always rumours he owned a house at the end of the street where I lived. &nbsp;
One day I happened to see him standing quietly at the top of his driveway, waiting for a taxi. That was it.&nbsp;
No conversation. No introduction. Just one of those little moments you remember.&nbsp;
I'll remember exactly where I was when I heard he'd died. &nbsp;
I was sitting in the car at the traffic lights outside Rutherford &amp; Bond. Funny how news like this freezes a moment in time forever.&nbsp;
Some people leave an impression on your life even if you never met them.&nbsp;
Sir Sam Neill was one of those people.&nbsp;
He was an extraordinary actor, a proud New Zealander, a storyteller, an internationally acclaimed winemaker, an advocate for the places and people he loved, and by all accounts, a genuinely decent human &nbsp;
This morning isn't just about remembering a brilliant actor.&nbsp;
It's about remembering one of us, one of our own, who became a true, true international icon.&nbsp;
Sir Sam Neill.&nbsp;
Rest in peace.&nbsp;
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Nick Mills: Sir Sam Neill was a true Kiwi legend

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New Zealand icon Sir Sam Neill has died and tributes are flying in from all over the world. 

The Jurassic Park actor passed away unexpectedly on Monday 13th July in Sydney surrounded by his family.

Nick Mills spoke to NZ film producer and founder of Gibson Group Dave Gibson who shared his memories of Neill. 

While Neill was well-known for his international roles, Gibson says what really cemented him as a NZ icon was his "very, very kiwi parts", like Uncle Hec in Hunt for the Wilderpeople. 

Gibson said was "the top of the mountain" of Kiwi film and a great guy.

"We don't have a lot of people like Sam."

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New Zealand icon Sir Sam Neill has died and tributes are flying in from all over the world.&nbsp;
The Jurassic Park actor passed away unexpectedly on Monday 13th July in Sydney surrounded by his family.
Nick Mills spoke to NZ film producer and founder of Gibson Group Dave Gibson who shared his memories of Neill.&nbsp;
While Neill was well-known for his international roles, Gibson says what really cemented him as a NZ icon was his "very, very kiwi parts", like Uncle Hec in Hunt for the Wilderpeople.&nbsp;
Gibson said was "the top of the mountain" of Kiwi film and a great guy.
"We don't have a lot of people like Sam."
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Film producer Dave Gibson on Sir Sam Neill's legacy

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/b7b5034e-51fe-496b-87a9-b48700028d5d/transcript

Politics Thursday: Labour's Ginny Andersen and National's Chris Penk on the budget, protests and Kainga Ora

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