RNZ Turns a Deaf Ear to Ratepayers

The Taxpayers’ Union is calling out RNZ for being quick to amplify council spin but ignoring the people footing the bill.

Taxpayers’ Union spokesperson, Tory Relf, said:

“RNZ continues to give councils a free pass while shutting out the voices of the very people forced to pay their bills. By shutting out the ratepayer perspective, it’s no wonder the broadcaster’s audience is walking away.”

“RNZ’s coverage parrots spin about ‘rundown infrastructure’ if rates are capped but never asks how much more struggling households can afford.”

“Ratepayers have faced rates hikes of more than 60 percent over just three years in some areas. For RNZ to ignore that side of the story is a slap in the face to the very people funding local government, and RNZ itself.”

“Until RNZ starts treating ratepayers fairly, it will keep losing the trust and ears of the public.”