There's hopes Auckland's water deal with the Government can be replicated in the Wellington region.

The Government and Auckland Council yesterday announced an agreement to help Aucklanders avoid a previously-signalled 25.8 percent water rates hike.

Carterton mayor Ron Mark says they've agreed to working collaboratively to producing a regional water plan.

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There's hopes Auckland's water deal with the Government can be replicated in the Wellington region.
The Government and Auckland Council yesterday announced an agreement to help Aucklanders avoid a previously-signalled 25.8 percent water rates hike.
Carterton mayor Ron Mark says they've agreed to working collaboratively to producing a regional water plan.
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Ron Mark: Carterton mayor on the prospect of Wellington getting a water deal with the Government

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is standing up to ridicule over his plan to introduce mandatory National Service for 18-year-olds.

Sunak claimed he would encourage employers to consider those who complete armed services training more prominently.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey says critics from both sides of the political aisle have criticised Sunak's idea. 

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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is standing up to ridicule over his plan to introduce mandatory National Service for 18-year-olds.
Sunak claimed he would encourage employers to consider those who complete armed services training more prominently.
UK correspondent Gavin Grey says critics from both sides of the political aisle have criticised Sunak's idea. 
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Rishi Sunak doubling down on plans to bring back mandatory National Service for 18-year-olds

It's a few days to go until Budget Day, and experts have outlined their predictions.

The Government has promised tax cuts will come, but speculation lingers over the kind of cuts needed to cover them.

NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan says this Budget will be focused around financial recovery.

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It's a few days to go until Budget Day, and experts have outlined their predictions.
The Government has promised tax cuts will come, but speculation lingers over the kind of cuts needed to cover them.
NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan says this Budget will be focused around financial recovery.
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Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator with her predictions for Budget 2024

One of New Zealand's smallest banks has posted significant earnings amid a boost in customers and lending.

The Co-operative Bank today reported a 10 percent rise in full year profit, compared to last year's $11.5 million.

CEO Mark Wilkshire says this comes on top of leading in customer satisfaction - which is a key priority for the company.

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One of New Zealand's smallest banks has posted significant earnings amid a boost in customers and lending.
The Co-operative Bank today reported a 10 percent rise in full year profit, compared to last year's $11.5 million.
CEO Mark Wilkshire says this comes on top of leading in customer satisfaction - which is a key priority for the company.
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Ron Mark: Carterton mayor on the prospect of Wellington getting a water deal with the Government

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