28 Jul 2021

Martinborough ratepayers walkout over unexpected rates hike

From Lately, 10:30 pm on 28 July 2021

Dozens of ratepayers walked out of a South Wairarapa District Council meeting today in Martinborough after being denied a chance to discuss their large rate rises. Mayor Alex Beijen announced there would be no public debate following the submissions. Karyn speaks with Martinborough ratepayer, Daphne Geisler, who was at today's meeting.

Daphne Geisler said SWDC's rates collection was much higher than publicised figures.

Daphne Geisler said SWDC's rates collection was much higher than publicised figures. Photo: LDR / File photo