
One council's looking into a specialist rates debt collector
Rates debt is on the rise all across the Waikato region with every council contacted by the Waikato Times reporting an increase in outstanding rates debt and a combined bill topping $50m.
As more people struggle to pay, the South Waikato District Council is looking to employ a specialist rates debt collector in an effort to recoup more than $3.5m in unpaid rates from cash-strapped locals.


Poll: Is your nearest emergency department up to scratch?
Concerns have been raised about Nelson Hospital with complaints of lack of staffing and excessive wait times. Do you have confidence in your local emergency department?

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36.7% Yes, it serves us well
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62.5% No, I have concerns
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0.8% Other - I'll share below

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