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It remains to be seen how much difference a sometimes-reduced rate of indexation is going to make. Certainly, some. But the root of the problem remains.

This years expected 4.7% indexation rate means many peoples student HECS debts will increase by an amount larger than their repayments.

One councillor says her inner city area simply isn't built for big giant vehicles 'bearing down' on the community and they shouldn't be accommodated at no cost.