6.6 per cent rate increase part of Horizons Regional Council's long-term plan
'Council are aware that any rate increase is not ideal.'
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Climate Change Commission advises Govt on ETS settings.
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NZ could face $24 billion bill to hit 2030 climate targets, officials warn
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Simon Wilson: After Gabrielle, the challenge of rewilding
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