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flag Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown defends low rates record, rejects pledge despite criticism.

flag Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown reaffirmed his focus on keeping council rates low by prioritizing practical cost savings over political gestures, citing his administration's strong record in controlling rate increases despite inflation. flag He dismissed criticism from the Auckland Ratepayers’ Alliance, which challenged his commitment to fiscal responsibility, noting he has not signed the Ratepayer Protection Pledge. flag Brown emphasized transparency, efficiency, and long-term sustainability in managing city finances.

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