Whanganui Mayor Shares Tips for Achieving Lowest Rates Rise in New Zealand

Whanganui's mayor has offered valuable insights into how the city managed to achieve the lowest rates rise in New Zealand, a feat that has drawn widespread attention. With an average increase of just 2.2 percent for the year ahead, Whanganui stands out against the national average of 8.7 percent. Mayor Andrew Tripe emphasized the importance of proactive planning and decisive action in achieving such a significant reduction.

Speaking on the Morning Report, Mayor Tripe explained that the council took early and decisive steps to streamline operations. He mentioned that the decision to cut food scrap collections saved the city 1.1 percent on rates.