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flag Wellington City Council considers cutting 330 jobs to save $79M, but unions warn it could harm vital services.

flag A Deloitte report commissioned by Wellington City Council recommends cutting up to 330 staff—about 18.5%—to save $79 million over three years, citing inefficiencies like outdated technology and fragmented processes. flag The Public Service Association (PSA) strongly opposes the plan, calling the report flawed and based on questionable benchmarks that ignore unique local responsibilities such as social housing and services for 22,000 daily commuters. flag PSA leaders warn that job cuts and unproven AI automation could harm essential services like libraries, parks, and building consents, especially after 58 roles were already eliminated. flag Council chief executive Matt Prosser acknowledges the findings but stresses decisions must align with community needs and democratic processes, with no immediate layoffs planned and ongoing staff and union engagement.

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