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Story summary
- Wellington's water charges will rise 28.9% in 2026, lifting the average bill to $3,118.
- Tiaki Wai cites historical underinvestment in infrastructure and notes it has $9 billion in assets and $1.7 billion in debt.
- Will Peet, board chairman of Tiaki Wai, says substantial investment is needed despite previous funding underspends.
- Households unable to pay will not have their water shut off.
