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Whakatāne’s water bills are blowing up—some residents are getting hit with shocking charges over $6,500, sparking a community outcry after a truck driver shared his friend’s $4,000 bill. It turns out, hidden leaks are the culprit, but the problem’s far from isolated: 11 more people reported bills over $500, including a 76-year-old woman’s $2,400 shocker. Council says billing is complex and is investigating, urging residents to check for leaks by turning off water and watching the meter. If it spins? Call a plumber before the bill spirals.

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