Tauranga City Council approves 9.9 per cent rates increase
Thursday 26 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Tauranga City Council, Mahé Drysdale
Tauranga councillors have adopted the 2025/26 annual plan, confirming a 9.9 per cent rates rise. Approximately 60 protesters gathered outside the council building to voice concerns regarding the cost. Homeowners are expected to pay between $180 and $1,124 more in rates for the upcoming year.
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