Is Wellington’s nightlife dying?

Courtenay Place is the heart of Wellington’s nightlife, but it’s in a tough spot right now - with high rates of alcohol-related harm, Council, Police, and bar owners arguing over who's to blame, and some party-goers saying the vibes just ain’t right.

So we headed out on a Saturday night to get to the bottom of what is killing Wellington’s nightlife.

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