Wellington’s deputy mayor slams council spending more than $600k on library website

Wellington's deputy mayor has publicly criticized the city council for spending over $600,000 on a new library website. He labeled the expenditure as excessive, suggesting it could have been completed for a fraction of the cost.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing tensions regarding government fiscal responsibility and the allocation of public funds during periods of budget constraints.
Wellington’s deputy mayor criticised the $600,000 spend on the new library website as excessive. Photo / Master Builders
The article presents the deputy mayor's criticism alongside a statement from the council, maintaining a balanced perspective.
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