It's our first Business Panel of 2025 and there is one question on everyone's mind: will the capital's economy bounce back this year? 

Whatever happens, today's guests say Wellington needs to remain positive and celebrate what makes the city great. 

WellingtonNZ chief operating officer Heidi Morton and Capital Creative Arts Trust CEO Kim Bailey joined Nick Mills on the panel today.

The pair discussed the mood of the region, the apparent lack of big events, and the success of Wellington's arts industry, especially in film.

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