The latest rating valuations are out for Wellington - and its not good news for the value of almost every property in the city. 

The average property has decreased in value by 24.4% since the last valuations in 2021 - but could it mean rates bills come down? 

Also, Wellington City Council crown observer Lindsay McKenzie has given his first report to the Local Government Minister - what'd it say?

NZ Herald Wellington issues reporter Georgina Campbell joined Nick Mills for the Capital Letter.

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Music legends Toto have announced a gig in Wellington, performing at the TSB Arena in April. But who is the special guest joining them? 

Also, Sir Paul McCartney has hit out at the rise of artificial intelligence - but is his stance slightly hypocritical given The Beatles utilised AI in their latest single? 

To answer those questions, Nick Mills was joined by Wellington Mornings music guru James Irwin.

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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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Thousands will descend on the Waitangi Treaty grounds this week ahead of celebrations on Thursday - but the Prime Minister will be notably absent. Where is he celebrating the day? 

Also, a government-wide investigation into allegations of misuse of census data still hasn't been released. When will the findings be known?

To answer those questions, Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls joined Nick Mills for the Beehive Buzz.

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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has floated the idea of campaigning on asset sales at the next election - but what does the government have to sell? 

Also, a three-day police operation that saw 14 people arrested for being in possession of stolen trolleys has drawn criticism from some local leaders, alleging its an attack on the poor. Is this an appropriate use of police resources?

To answer those questions, former Minister and Ohariu MP Peter Dunne and Silvereye managing director Jo Coughlan joined Nick Mills for Friday Faceoff. 

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The Wellington Firebirds have missed out on a place in this year's Super Smash finals due to rain - but the Blaze are aiming to pick up their ninth title. What have been the best moments of this Super Smash season? 

Also, Amelia Kerr has been named ICC's Womens Player of the Year. How much of an asset is she to New Zealand cricket and Wellington? 

Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper joined Nick Mills for the Friday Sport Kickoff. 

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The government has announced a raft of speed limit changes around the country, bringing some speed limits back to what they were before the last government changed them. But will this cause more harm on our roads?

Also, both David Seymour and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon have raised the prospect of asset sales, with Luxon hinting National may take an asset sales policy to the next election. Does it make sense to sell assets? 

To answer those questions, Labour's Wairarapa-based MP Kieran McAnulty and National's Otaki MP Tim Costley joined Nick Mills in the studio for Politics Thursday. 

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Parliament has returned from its summer recess to what will be one of the most watched select committee considerations ever, with hundreds of people expected to give their view on the Treaty Principles Bill. 

The select committee process began today with submissions from the bill's sponsor David Seymour.

Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls has been watching proceedings and joined Nick Mills for the Beehive Buzz. 

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Act leader David Seymour used his state of the nation speech last week to call for a discussion on privatisation - including of the health system.

Seymour told his supporters New Zealanders need to get past the "squeamishness of privatisation", and suggested the health system could be privatised, with the government funding medical insurance for individuals.

Responding to the suggestions, Public Service Association acting national secretary Fleur Fitzsimons said private healthcare systems haven't worked overseas.

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Justin Lester is not ruling out running for Wellington mayor this year - and Nick Leggett and Josie Pagani are convinced he will run. But what are his chances?

Also, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th US President this week. What will be the impact of the major decisions of the first few days, and what can we expect over the next four years? 

To answer those questions, ChildFund CEO Josie Pagani and Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett joined Nick Mills for Friday Faceoff. 

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