A deal between Auckland Council and the Government has helped Aucklanders avoid the projected 25.8 percent increase in water rates.
Auckland Council will retain local control of water assets, as part of the Local Water Well Done plan.
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown says councils will have more control over their water assets under their scheme.
Local councils will be asked to put forward their water service delivery plans for the next 12 months.
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