A widow on a pension now sacrifices heating for rates. Another Hamilton resident battling cancer faces soaring rate hikes exceeding 20% in a year. Once self-reliant, both now struggle with dignity, turning to community support for survival.
How much respect do our councillors have for ratepayers? Some of them don't seem to take us seriously at all.
Hamilton City Council’s choice of Raynes Road for the wastewater plant, made before real consultation, has angered locals. Residents question transparency, odour assurances, and accountability. Critics argue engagement is tokenistic, leaving the community feeling excluded from decisions that will affect their lives.
Hamilton’s 2025 local elections are nearing the deadline, but missing voting papers don’t stop you. Special votes are available at council offices, libraries, or the Voting Van until midday on October 11. Hamilton’s future—debt, rates, water, etc, is counting on you. Make your vote count!
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