12 May 2023

Everything on the table to fix the Auckland budget gap

From Morning Report, 7:20 am on 12 May 2023

The clock is ticking for Auckland Council to decide on how it will tackle its budget woes.

It's facing a $325 million shortfall, exacerbated by recent severe weather and rising inflation-related costs.

Plugging the gap could mean widespread cuts to council services such as libraries and museums - and rate increases.

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown at a council meeting on 23/3/2023

Photo: RNZ / Finn Blackwell

Our reporter, Finn Blackwell, took to Auckland's streets to see what residents think.