Qld water minister calls on major water retailer to abandon price hikes
Queensland Water Minister Ann Leahy urged Urban Utilities to reverse its planned 5.5 percent price hike for water bills next year. Households in south east Queensland will face an average increase of $62, despite a government freeze on bulk water charges. Leahy warned of potential legislative measures if Urban Utilities does not reconsider its rate increase.
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Published 24 Jun 2026, 07:01 UTC · Updated 24 Jun 2026, 07:10 UTC
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