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Not about Mr. Luxon, but about the budget in Orcland: Can we be sure the figure being quoted in the media is credible?

Any chance of a forensic accountant looking over any available data on why the sum is so large?

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May 10, 2023·edited May 10, 2023

Very concerning that experienced councillors remain in the dark - and ultimately skeptical - about both the budget figures, and the fundamental rationale behind cuts.

'Mike Lee is concerned about pressure to sell the airport shares and skewed information'

“Six months on the budgetary information provided to councillors is still limited, resulting in information which is frankly skewed.”

'Albany ward councillor John Watson said an independent audit of council finances is needed'

https://i.stuff.co.nz/national/politics/local-government/300875241/20-rates-rise-to-plug-375m-budget-gap-not-acceptable-to-aucklanders

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