The Wellington Amalgamation could grow into eight councils instead of the previously expected "tight" four.

Nick speaks to Porirua Mayor Anita Baker, who is very strongly for the amalgamation.

Mayor Baker shares her preferences for amalgmation and addresses concerns that Porirua rates are among the highest in the country. 

She says people are hesitant as jobs may go, but she "doesn't care" if her job goes if it means amalgamation for the betterment of the city. 

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The Wellington Amalgamation could grow into eight councils instead of the previously expected "tight" four.
Nick speaks to Porirua Mayor Anita Baker, who is very strongly for the amalgamation.
Mayor Baker shares her preferences for amalgmation and addresses concerns that Porirua rates are among the highest in the country.&nbsp;
She says people are hesitant as jobs may go, but she "doesn't care" if her job goes if it means amalgamation for the betterment of the city.&nbsp;
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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.

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Porirua Mayor Anita Baker on potential for eight councils to amalgamate

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Wellington City Mayor Andrew Little joins Nick Mills in the studio for May's monthly chat and takes your calls. 

After multiple news stories about unrest between council executives and the council, Nick asks Mayor Little for his insight into the debates at the moment.

Mayor Little says a change of culture is needed and he is concerned officials don't realise that they aren't spending their own money, but that of the taxpayers.

Then onto amalgamation, Mayor Little shares the latest in talks and suggests eight councils could be involved. 

Also on the agenda was Tiaki Wai water meter cost, the latest in chats between council and the entity and Golden Mile and Moa Point updates.

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Wellington City Mayor Andrew Little joins Nick Mills in the studio for May's monthly chat and takes your calls.&nbsp;
After multiple news stories about unrest between council executives and the council, Nick asks Mayor Little for his insight into the debates at the moment.
Mayor Little says a change of culture is needed and he is concerned officials don't realise that they aren't spending their own money, but that of the taxpayers.
Then onto amalgamation, Mayor Little shares the latest in talks and suggests eight councils could be involved.&nbsp;
Also on the agenda was Tiaki Wai water meter cost, the latest in chats between council and the entity and Golden Mile and Moa Point updates.
LISTEN ABOVE

Mayor Andrew Little in the studio for his May catchup

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/077ecd0b-22fe-4447-b761-b44700165d6b/transcript

Porirua Mayor Anita Baker on an eight council amalgamation

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A Wellington amalgamation could potentially go wider than expected to the Kāpiti Coast, Wairarapa and Horowhenua after a mayoral meeting last Friday disclosed by the Wellington City Mayor on the show today.

Nick chats to Kāpiti Mayor Janet Holborow, who is on her way back from a meeting with Horowhenua Mayor Wanden.

Mayor Holborow shares how talks have been going with the other councils and if this merger could be a reality.

The logistics of a Wellington wide one appear to be disadvantageous at this point to Kāpiti, but they are open to conversations that could prove otherwise. 

Could the amalgamation just be between Horowhenua and Kapiti?

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A Wellington amalgamation could potentially go wider than expected to the Kāpiti Coast, Wairarapa and Horowhenua after a mayoral meeting last Friday disclosed by the Wellington City Mayor on the show today.
Nick chats to Kāpiti Mayor Janet Holborow, who is on her way back from a meeting with Horowhenua Mayor Wanden.
Mayor Holborow shares how talks have been going with the other councils and if this merger could be a reality.
The logistics of a Wellington wide one appear to be disadvantageous at this point to Kāpiti, but they are open to conversations that could prove otherwise.&nbsp;
Could the amalgamation just be between Horowhenua and Kapiti?
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Kāpiti Mayor Janet Holborow on amalgamation plans

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/6ee23d61-8231-4be2-bce9-b44700066070/transcript

Porirua Mayor Anita Baker on potential for eight councils to amalgamate

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