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Large Majority of Kiwis Support Govt Rates Cap: Poll

A recent poll shows 75% support for council rates caps amid financial strain, with backing across major political parties and concerns over council spending.

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The research found three quarters of people supported a rates cap. Photo: RNZ By Nick James of RNZ An overwhelming majority of New Zealanders support the government putting a cap on the amount councils can increase rates each year, according to the RNZ-Reid Research poll.

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Large majority of Kiwis support govt rates cap: poll

The research found three quarters of people supported a rates cap. Photo: RNZ By Nick James of RNZ An overwhelming majority of New Zealanders support the government putting a cap on the amount councils can increase rates each year, according to the RNZ-Reid Research poll.

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RNZ-Reid Research poll: 75% of voters support a rates cap

An overwhelming majority back the government capping council hikes, the latest RNZ-Reid Research poll has found.

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RNZ broke the news in New Zealand on Thursday, September 18, 2025.
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