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Wairarapa Councils Battle Rising Unpaid Rates | Auckland News
Wairarapa councils are grappling with nearly $2.8 million in unpaid rates, with Masterton leading the charge at over $1 million and Carterton close behind at nearly $700,000. Towns like Featherston, Greytown, and Martinborough also face mounting arrears, including high-profile cases where ratepayers owe tens of thousands—some even bankrupt or facing property sales. While repayment plans hit a nine-year high, Masterton’s proactive debt management has kept arrears below 2%, but Carterton’s situation is worsening, with less transparency around their numbers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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