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Rates reality sets in
Several projects could be delayed, some destination marketing plans put on hold and other spending cuts are proposed as the Taupō District Council ponders how it will keep a lid on rates.
Council adopts annual plan
The rates increase is 0.1% higher than forecast in the Long-term Plan 2024-34 that was adopted nine months ago.
Rates to rise more than 8%
Taupō District Council has confirmed a draft average rate increase of 8.4% for the 2025/26 year to be confirmed following consultation in Jun
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