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flag New Zealand council approves 11.7% rate hike for 2025/26, facing concerns over household impacts.

flag The Whakatāne District Council in New Zealand agreed on an 11.7% rates increase for the 2025/26 financial year, despite disagreements on how to allocate savings. flag The council decided to use a portion of the savings to reduce the rate increase, with the rest going toward reducing a $14 million operating deficit. flag Mayor Victor Luca acknowledged the need for compromises, while some members like Councillor Andrew Iles expressed concerns about the impact on struggling households.

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