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Auckland Rates Jump Eight Percent | Auckland News
Auckland’s rates are set to jump nearly eight percent as Mayor Wayne Brown defends the move as essential investment in the city’s crumbling infrastructure, citing leaks and deferred maintenance he inherited—and warning other councils are kicking the can down the road. Despite backlash over the steep hike, the council voted 14-7 to approve the plan, framing it as preventative maintenance to avoid bigger costs later. Brown insists this isn’t just spending—it’s fixing what’s broken to secure Auckland’s future, even as residents brace for higher bills. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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