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Auckland Council’s proposal to scrap bin tags in favour of rates-funded rubbish collections has been labelled “unfair” by residents who produce very little waste.
West Auckland, North Shore and Papakura residents have been on a pay-as-you-throw system for their kerbside rubbish collection … View moreAuckland Council’s proposal to scrap bin tags in favour of rates-funded rubbish collections has been labelled “unfair” by residents who produce very little waste.
West Auckland, North Shore and Papakura residents have been on a pay-as-you-throw system for their kerbside rubbish collection since 2017-2018.
This system was to be implemented across the region, however, Auckland Council now believes the price of bin tags will need to be much higher to incentivise residents to reduce their waste.
So, it is proposing to move the entire region to a rates-funded collection service, the price of which is determined by what size bins residents use.
The council estimates that with a standard 120 litre rubbish bin, this will cost households $314 per year, which covers rubbish, recycling and inorganic collection. In 2023, the council will also roll out a food scraps collection service, which is not optional and will bring the rate up to $375.
Birkdale residents Jacqui and Alan Vowles put their bin out about once a month. On the rates-funded model, this would cost them around $31.25 per collection, rather than the around $51 per year they currently spend on bin tags.
Jacqui Vowles said this was an exorbitant amount compared to the cost of a bin tag.
“I don’t think it’s fair at all.”
Click 'read more' for the full story on Stuff.
Did you know, February 22, 2022 is a palindrome date, meaning it can be read the same way backward and forward!
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Heathcotes’ Red Hot Deals mailer is out now! Shop hot deals on TV, Audio, Kitchen and Laundry, IT, Beds and more in store and online!
Plus, every $100 spent will give you one entry into the draw to win a Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Edition!*
Come and see us in store or shop online at … View moreHeathcotes’ Red Hot Deals mailer is out now! Shop hot deals on TV, Audio, Kitchen and Laundry, IT, Beds and more in store and online!
Plus, every $100 spent will give you one entry into the draw to win a Volkswagen Tiguan Sport Edition!*
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Offer is March Only – packages upon a no cost site inspection
Pendant Light (glass) - exudes lovely red light yet still bright enough for reading as the inside is white. Max. 100W
Some rusty parts as shown in pictures but hardly visible once hanging.
450mm tall and approx. 110mm circumference at bottom
Pick up from Devonport.
Take 1 box or all 3 , aprox 68 cans , 1 box 20 cans , expired dec 2019 still good to eat
Harrods wicker picnic basket in excellent condition. Comes with 4 John Tanos plates, TAMS mugs and Sheffield cutlery (only 1 knife has been replaced) made in England.
Approx exterior measurements
540 x 350 x 320mm (420mm including handle)
Must pick up from Devonport.
Based on a price of $2.76 / litre in Auckland
The Prime Minister can blame rising living costs on ‘global conditions’ all she likes, but the cost of fuel is one thing she can control.
Taxes on a litre of petrol include:
70.024 cents in excise
6 cents in ACC levy
0.66 … View moreBased on a price of $2.76 / litre in Auckland
The Prime Minister can blame rising living costs on ‘global conditions’ all she likes, but the cost of fuel is one thing she can control.
Taxes on a litre of petrol include:
70.024 cents in excise
6 cents in ACC levy
0.66 cents in Local Authorities Tax
0.6 cents in Engine Fuels Monitoring Levy
18.2 cents in ETS levy
0.076 cents in other levies
And in Auckland:
10 cents in Regional Fuel Tax
And charged on top of all taxes, plus the before-tax price:
15% in GST
This means the total tax on a $2.77 litre of petrol is $1.43 in Auckland and $1.31 in the rest of the country – about 52% and 48% of the average price, respectively.
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Sign the petition www.fueltax.nz...
11 x 3m, 8 x 2m, diameter 10-20cm. Useful as borders / framing in garden. To be collected. Ph [09] 418 2347 for further info
Fresh Grape -Purple color for sale 5kg.more 10kg must give time to pick from grape plant.per kg is $7.00
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Used double mattress and base. In good condition no legs on the base . Pick up in Beach haven
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