Gisborne council capital spending nears $100m, with $55.6m for cyclone recovery

Gisborne council capital spending nears $100m, with $55.6m for cyclone recovery

Local Democracy Reporter·Gisborne Herald·8 Oct, 2026 02:44 AM5 mins to read‌Local Government Minister Simon Watts says releasing council performance data will show ratepayers where their money is going. Background photo / Imogen BrophyCyclone recovery accounted for more than half of Gisborne’s capital spending in the 2025 financial year.Gisborne District Council had slightly lower rates revenue but $24.5 million more capital expenditure than similar unitary councils, according to data released by Local Government Minister Simon Watts. Compiled by the Ministry for Cities,

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