Some ratepayers in the Wellington region are anxious about the size of their rates and future water charges, as confusion mounts over new bills heading their way soon.
New water entity Tiaki Wai will take over management of Wellington's water services from 1 July, inheriting the five councils' assets.
In early March, Tiaki Wai projected water bills would average $2400 per year for Wellington regions' residents, an average 14 percent increase - or an extra $310 per year. On average, charges could reach $6831 per year by June 2035.
Mayors have expressed concern about the price increases and the Commerce Commission is currently scrutinising its model.
Previously incorporated in residents' council rates, charges for water services will be separated out into different bills from July.
