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Over 18,000 Christchurch residents are rallying against a $15 million council contribution to the cathedral rebuild, arguing taxpayer money should not fund a church project—especially as rates soar 7.35%. The $219 million restoration, stalled since 2024 due to a $45 million shortfall, requires government and church matching funds, with the church needing to prove it can finish. While supporters say the cathedral is vital to revitalizing Cathedral Square, only 14% of feedback during the council’s consultation backed more funding. The council hasn’t officially responded to the petition, but has approved other projects—with their own funding strings—highlighting the tension between heritage, community input, and public finances. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f197b5cb5e13eab2
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