About this episode
Simon Wilson discusses various local issues in Auckland including a helicopter dispute and new transport initiatives.
Simon discusses the on going battle involving former All Black Ali Williams and billionaire Anna Mowbray who want to use a helicopter from their back yard. He also has the latest on a suggested new design for a second Auckland bridge, the end of a liquor licence freeze, the first of the new electric ferries on the water and a huge month a festivals for June.
People in this episode
Guest: Simon Wilson
Topics covered
- Auckland bridge design
- liquor licence freeze
- electric ferries
- June festivals
- Ali Williams
- Anna Mowbray
Keywords
- Auckland
- Ali Williams
- Anna Mowbray
- helicopter
- electric ferries
- liquor licence
- festivals
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Places: Auckland
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