It's Politics Thursday, and this week Nick Mills is joined by Labour's Ginny Andersen and National's Tim Costley to debate the top political issues of the week.

The PSA strikes called for better pay, but Nick wonders if they got too political after Nicola Willis said union workers were told to wear red. 

Our panel debate the necessity of the strike, with Costley pointing out the national average salary for public servants is $100k compared to $85k in the private sector. 

Plus, does Wellington need a zoo, and should ratepayers have to pay nearly $14 million for a new lion enclosure?

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It's Politics Thursday, and this week Nick Mills is joined by Labour's Ginny Andersen and National's Tim Costley to debate the top political issues of the week.
The PSA strikes called for better pay, but Nick wonders if they got too political after Nicola Willis said union workers were told to wear red.&nbsp;
Our panel debate the necessity of the strike, with Costley pointing out the national average salary for public servants is $100k compared to $85k in the private sector.&nbsp;
Plus, does Wellington need a zoo, and should ratepayers have to pay nearly $14 million for a new lion enclosure?
LISTEN ABOVE

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.

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Politics Thursday with Ginny Andersen and Tim Costley after the PSA Strike

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An admission Wellington Central Library's costly new website could have been done in-house

A new report has found a lack of oversight and a rushed procurement process were to blame for the Wellington City Council spending up to half a million dollars more than it needed to on a website for the Central Library.

Chief Operating Officer James Roberts says the council has up to 90 people in its IT team, and the website could have been developed internally.

He told Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills officials got it wrong, and he takes the blame.

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An admission Wellington Central Library's costly new website could have been done in-house
A new report has found a lack of oversight and a rushed procurement process were to blame for the Wellington City Council spending up to half a million dollars more than it needed to on a website for the Central Library.
Chief Operating Officer James Roberts says the council has up to 90 people in its IT team, and the website could have been developed internally.
He told Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills officials got it wrong, and he takes the blame.
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James Roberts: WCC Chief Operating Officer on the library website

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Wellington's Hnry Stadium will be converted into a motorsport track in January, playing host to some world-leading drivers.

The international Race of Champions showcase event will make its New Zealand debut in the capital on January 9 and 10.

Formula One's Sebastian Vettel and Valtteri Bottas, Supercars' Chaz Mostert and rally driver Hayden Paddon are confirmed on the starting grid.

Organisers say more competitors are set to join the cast, and Race of Champions president Fredrik Johnsson confirmed to Newstalk ZB an invitation has been sent to Formula One's Liam Lawson.

They'll link up in identical cars to go head-to-head on a purpose-built tarmac race track inside the venue.

Nick crossed live to sports host Adam Cooper who was at the announcement.

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Wellington's Hnry Stadium will be converted into a motorsport track in January, playing host to some world-leading drivers.
The international Race of Champions showcase event will make its New Zealand debut in the capital on January 9 and 10.
Formula One's Sebastian Vettel and Valtteri Bottas, Supercars' Chaz Mostert and rally driver Hayden Paddon are confirmed on the starting grid.
Organisers say more competitors are set to join the cast, and Race of Champions president Fredrik Johnsson confirmed to Newstalk ZB an invitation has been sent to Formula One's Liam Lawson.
They'll link up in identical cars to go head-to-head on a purpose-built tarmac race track inside the venue.
Nick crossed live to sports host Adam Cooper who was at the announcement.
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Newstalk ZB's Adam Cooper live at the Race of Champions event announcement

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Nick Mills is joined by music guru James Irwin for music time - and to celebrate Kiwi star Tami Neilson's Country Music Award nomination.

Nick and James reminisce on throwbacks and one hit wonders and then hear the latest gig guide for the capital. 

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Nick Mills is joined by music guru James Irwin for music time - and to celebrate Kiwi star Tami Neilson's Country Music Award nomination.
Nick and James reminisce on throwbacks and one hit wonders and then hear the latest gig guide for the capital.&nbsp;
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Music Time: Kiwi star Tami Neilson nominated for Country Music Award

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/e2b1f236-735a-43c5-8147-b4c60008ed62/transcript

Politics Thursday with Ginny Andersen and Tim Costley after the PSA Strike

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