Home / New ZealandImogene Bedford & Zeb Tupa'iNZ Herald·26 May, 2026 09:03 PM3 mins to read‌Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown says the 7.9% rates rise reflects a flat budget, plus a railway, and staff costs are not to blame. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown says he believes tougher penalties are needed to deter violence – including jail time – following an “appalling” alleged attack on a city bus. Brown condemned the incident as Auckland Transport reassured commuters the network was safe.

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