Wellington Water’s chief executive, Tonia Haskell, will step down on Friday after an independent report revealed a significant budget error.
Haskell, who has been in the role since early 2023, oversaw the growth of the capital programme for water assets from $60 million to $330 million.
The report found however that staff took four months to inform the region’s councils of a $51 million budget discrepancy over three years.
Wellington has faced numerous water issues recently, including aging infrastructure and frequent leaks. The board will soon start the process of appointing a new chief executive.
“Working for Wellington Water has been a privilege,” Haskell said in a statement.
“The team at Wellington Water, its supplier whānau and partners are incredibly smart, hard-working and dedicated to improving water outcomes for the region. I am proud to have been part of that.”
Looks like a phoney. Silly haircut. Background in law.
Let’s get Wellington moving
I think a Commissioner needs to be appointed immediately
Before ratepayers are run out of Dodge
Great reason to sell everything.
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