Wellington ratepayers set to pay $80,000 for 25 years to fix pipes, new estimate shows
A warning Wellingtonians could be in for a substantial wait and a big price for water pipe repairs.
Each household is expected to pay $80,000 over the next 25 years.
Deputy mayor, Ben McNulty, says he'd like central Government co-investment on large water projects.
He says they won't be the only ones needing help, when other areas launch new water companies next year.
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