Over half of Kiwis want all water users to pay, Water NZ survey showsCHRISTEL YARDLEY/STUFF Farmers protested perceived attacks from politicians in Morrinsville on Monday, September 18. A new survey shows the majority of New Zealanders want farmers to be taxed for water use. The majority of New Zealanders want farmers to be taxed for taking water from the environment, a new survey shows. Who should pay for water has been a flash point for voters ahead of Saturday's election, with farmers protesting Labour's proposed water tax. The results of a new Water New Zealand survey show the vast majority of Kiwis want commercial water users to be charged, and are concerned about the quality of waterways.

Source: Stuff September 19, 2017 22:15 UTC