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Commerce Commission to scrutinise Watercare’s $15.2 billion investment plan

The Commerce Commission will independently review Watercare's 10-year investment proposal, which Aucklanders will fund through rates.

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The Commerce Commission has announced it will closely scrutinise Watercare's new investment plans. The 10-year investment programme is worth $15.2 billion and will be paid for by Aucklanders through their rates bills. The Commerce Commission chair said the proposals would be independently tested to reassure consumers.

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BusinessDesk

Commerce Commission will scrutinise Watercare’s investment plans

The Commerce Commission has announced its intention to closely scrutinise Watercare’s new investment plans . Commerce Commission chair John Small reassured Auckland consumers that the proposals would be independently tested.

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RNZ

Commerce Commission to scrutinise Watercare's $15.2b plan

The 10 year investment will be paid for by Aucklanders through their rates bill.

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