July 22, 2022
Mahuta defends Three Waters push
Posted On July 22, 2022
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Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta says funding water infrastructure is not something most councils can do on their own.
Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta says funding water infrastructure is not something most councils can do on their own.
There is continuing criticism of the Government’s three waters reform to give responsibilities for maintaining fresh water, storm water and waste water services over to four regional entities.
She says the alternative is ratepayers will end up footing a multi-billion dollar bill.
Her proposal is not only financially sustainable but fits the New Zealand context, which is why it asks councils to work differently and alongside iwi mana whenua.