Selwyn Rates and Water Bills Rise | Christchurch News

Homeowners in the Selwyn District face an average 8.8% increase in rates and water bills — with Selwyn Water driving the biggest hit, raising sewerage and drinking water charges by 18%. For a home in Rolleston worth $820,000, that’s $148 more in council rates and $280 more in water charges. The council approved its Annual Plan with $87 million for infrastructure, including Lincoln town center, a bridge, and Leeston Medical upgrades, while Selwyn Water plans major network upgrades to handle growth — all while aiming to keep costs transparent and affordable. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d82720689deed610