Waipā District Council
Rates and revenue
The work of local government is funded mainly by property taxes in the local area, known as rates. This makes up around 60% of council expenditure, with the rest coming from user charges, investment income, regulatory fees and roading subsidies. Councils can also borrow money to spread the cost of large investments such as infrastructure over a longer period of time.
Rates and revenue
The work of local government is funded mainly by property taxes in the local area, known as rates. This makes up around 60% of council expenditure, with the rest coming from user charges, investment income, regulatory fees and roading subsidies. Councils can also borrow money to spread the cost of large investments such as infrastructure over a longer period of time.
Keep rates fair and transparent, recognising whenua Māori and supporting community-led projects that benefit all residents.
Manage council finances responsibly, ensuring investments align with sustainability, community needs and Māori partnership values.
Review fees and charges to remain affordable while reducing council debt through smart, ethical and future-focused investment.
Address the fiscal management model that is not sustainable and lobby central government for better support for crown-related work at local government level.
Ensure the council has a fiscally prudent plan to deal with debt, especially after the Local Waters Done Well transition in 2026.
Support the creation of policies for more visitor charges or levies similar to international fees and levies for accommodation and nature walks.
Keep rates fair and transparent, recognising whenua Māori and supporting community-led projects that benefit all residents.
Manage council finances responsibly, ensuring investments align with sustainability, community needs and Māori partnership values.
Review fees and charges to remain affordable while reducing council debt through smart, ethical and future-focused investment.
Address the fiscal management model that is not sustainable and lobby central government for better support for crown-related work at local government level.
Ensure the council has a fiscally prudent plan to deal with debt, especially after the Local Waters Done Well transition in 2026.
Support the creation of policies for more visitor charges or levies similar to international fees and levies for accommodation and nature walks.
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