Annual Plan 2026/27

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Our Annual Plan outlines the mahi Council is proposing for the coming financial year, and how it will be funded, including what has changed from the Long Term Plan, how much it would cost, and how those costs would be shared.


This Draft Annual Plan covers the financial year from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027, which is year three of the LTP 2024–34.


Where there are bigger changes being considered (such as introducing new rates or large projects), we ask for your input and thoughts.


Below are the key changes we are proposing and that we are seeking your views on. Please see the Annual Plan Consultation Document for more detail or check out the Supporting Information for the detailed material that sits behind these proposals. You can also read up on what other changes are being made through this Annual Plan on page 16 of the Consultation Document.



Should we invest an extra $5.8 million in local roads?

This proposed $5.8 million increase above what was previously planned includes $2.7 million for road maintenance, safety, and preventative work such as potholes or blocked culverts, and $3.1 million for environmental maintenance, like roadside mowing, and vegetation control.



If you use more water, should you pay more for water?

We’re proposing to increase the volumetric (per‑use) water charge so the cost of running the water service is shared more fairly based on how much water is used.



How should we pay for Community Boards in your area?

We’re proposing a shared approach where basic administration costs are paid by everyone, while local projects continue to be funded by properties in each Community Board area.



Should we reduce funds for the more ‘discretionary’ roading projects?

We’re proposing a one‑year allocation of $500,000 for smaller local road projects, recognising that some areas already have unspent reserves and the less urgent need of these works.



Should we install a fluoride‑free tap at Waihī Beach?

We’re proposing spend $65,000 to install a fluoride‑free tap at the Waihī Beach Water Treatment Plant for residents to access.



Do you think our proposed rates increase of 8.13% is a reasonable approach, and where do you think savings could be made

We previously planned for an 8.64% rates increase and want to hear from the community around the tough choices made in the Annual Plan and if we have struck the right balance.




What this means for rates

To deliver the services and activities proposed in the Annual Plan, Council is proposing:

  • 8.13% average rates increase for existing ratepayers. Much of the proposed increase is made up of $5.8million of additional funding required for our roads.
  • 9.13% overall total increase (including growth)

This is lower than the 9.64% increase that was planned for this year in the Long Term Plan.



Actual rates increases vary property to property due to location, services received and capital value. Please see pages 14-15 of the Consultation Document for some example sample rates for different types of properties.



Alongside the Annual Plan consultation, you can also review the Draft Fees and Charges, Financial Contributions for 2026/27, and Policy for Setting Land Rentals for Club Buildings on Council Land and share your feedback.

Fill in the survey below and go in the draw to win one of five $100 fuel vouchers.


Kia ora,


Our Annual Plan outlines the mahi Council is proposing for the coming financial year, and how it will be funded, including what has changed from the Long Term Plan, how much it would cost, and how those costs would be shared.


This Draft Annual Plan covers the financial year from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027, which is year three of the LTP 2024–34.


Where there are bigger changes being considered (such as introducing new rates or large projects), we ask for your input and thoughts.


Below are the key changes we are proposing and that we are seeking your views on. Please see the Annual Plan Consultation Document for more detail or check out the Supporting Information for the detailed material that sits behind these proposals. You can also read up on what other changes are being made through this Annual Plan on page 16 of the Consultation Document.



Should we invest an extra $5.8 million in local roads?

This proposed $5.8 million increase above what was previously planned includes $2.7 million for road maintenance, safety, and preventative work such as potholes or blocked culverts, and $3.1 million for environmental maintenance, like roadside mowing, and vegetation control.



If you use more water, should you pay more for water?

We’re proposing to increase the volumetric (per‑use) water charge so the cost of running the water service is shared more fairly based on how much water is used.



How should we pay for Community Boards in your area?

We’re proposing a shared approach where basic administration costs are paid by everyone, while local projects continue to be funded by properties in each Community Board area.



Should we reduce funds for the more ‘discretionary’ roading projects?

We’re proposing a one‑year allocation of $500,000 for smaller local road projects, recognising that some areas already have unspent reserves and the less urgent need of these works.



Should we install a fluoride‑free tap at Waihī Beach?

We’re proposing spend $65,000 to install a fluoride‑free tap at the Waihī Beach Water Treatment Plant for residents to access.



Do you think our proposed rates increase of 8.13% is a reasonable approach, and where do you think savings could be made

We previously planned for an 8.64% rates increase and want to hear from the community around the tough choices made in the Annual Plan and if we have struck the right balance.




What this means for rates

To deliver the services and activities proposed in the Annual Plan, Council is proposing:

  • 8.13% average rates increase for existing ratepayers. Much of the proposed increase is made up of $5.8million of additional funding required for our roads.
  • 9.13% overall total increase (including growth)

This is lower than the 9.64% increase that was planned for this year in the Long Term Plan.



Actual rates increases vary property to property due to location, services received and capital value. Please see pages 14-15 of the Consultation Document for some example sample rates for different types of properties.



Alongside the Annual Plan consultation, you can also review the Draft Fees and Charges, Financial Contributions for 2026/27, and Policy for Setting Land Rentals for Club Buildings on Council Land and share your feedback.