Ashburton is looking at an 11.8% rate increase in year 1 but it's down to core infrastructure and inflation.
Mayor Neil Brown says it's no frills and an acceptable figure given national average is 15%. And research into the feasibility of a public transport service for the township has been presented to the Ashburton District Council. Jonathan has the details.
Local Democracy Reporter - Mid Canterbury Jonathan Leask from the Ashburton Guardian