Point Howard slip points to bigger problem.
Have you reported a leak and what has been your experience.
A report relapsed this week on the recent Pt Howard slip found
duplicate reports of leaks to council might have impeded the timely prioritisation of a fixing a leaking water pipe.
The large landslip took a chunk out of Howard Rd in mid-March, leaving 165 homes without power and drinking water. Residents of the Lower Hutt suburb described the situation as “100% preventable” having raised the alarm about the leaking water main several times.
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Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!
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89.4% Yes, it's fair
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