Politics Premium Local vs central government rates – ‘who’s screwing who here?’ How will local authorities pay for infrastructure and climate change? Brent Edwards Wed, 10 Jul 2019 local governmentratepayersbusiness differentialalternative fundingcouncils
Politics Premium New way of funding infrastructure for Auckland houses The deal means the government pays less than $4 million for $91m of infrastructure. Brent Edwards Tue, 13 Nov 2018 local governmentratepayersvalue captureProductivity CommissionJustin Lester
Premium Manfeild talks remain secret As Manfeild Park Trust and Palmerston North City Council continue secret negotiations about a multi-million loan and its repayment terms, ratepayers who are being kept in the dark have to pay hundreds of thousands of dollars to cover the interest, according to city councillors.Manfeild Park is a regional motorsport, conferences and agriculture events venue spread over 80 hectares in Feilding. Wed, 11 Jul 2018 debtratepayersManfeilidPalmerston NorthPalmerston North City CouncilManfeild Trust
Premium Christchurch arm twisted over $102m bill, city asset sales loom The city has been lumbered with a $102 million bill to buy out hillside red-zoned residents. NBR Contributor Mon, 02 Jul 2012 ratepayersforQuakeredzonebill$102mCCC
