New Waikato council office opening cost $11 k - but that's cheap, boss says
That includes a $5008.50 afternoon tea of sandwiches, sausage rolls and slices for the 200 confirmed guests, while sound, lighting, draping and videography cost $4,983.25. Safety barriers were $525, and a cultural fee, including advice and services provided by Te Ha o te Whenua o Kirikiriroa cost $600.00. The remaining costs were a $300 entertainment fee for a solo musician, $291.68 for a public notice and $90 a miscellaneous cost. Waikato Regional Council chairman Russ Rimmington told Stuff the opening needed to be professional, and was “worth every cent”. “I’m bound to say tha...
Source: stuff.co.nz