Ben McNulty: Wellington Deputy Mayor on the review into the Golden Mile project and its budget blowout

A push for the Wellington City Council to rethink its city centre as costs for the Golden Mile project spiral.  It's now forecast to cost $220 million, up from $139 million, with an independent review warning further blowouts are possible.  The project would deliver major pedestrian, cycling, and public transport upgrades.  Deputy Mayor Ben McNulty told Heather du Plessis-Allan the council needs to look at doing something different.  He says it can't sustain these costs, particularly in a rates-capping environment.  McNulty says councillors will consider the latest review before making a final decision next week.  He says they can choose to end the project but still rejuvenate nightlife hub Courtney Place in other ways.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.