After much controversy surrounding the Three Waters reforms, Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta has confirmed the Water Services Entities Bill has passed its third reading in Parliament in a statement today.
It's the first of three bills to ensure affordable drinking water, wastewater and stormwater services.
“The passage of today’s bill is an important step in addressing a fundamental cost of living issue that will affect all New Zealanders for decades to come if left unfixed."
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