Business is booming (if you’re a car park) (opens original article in a new tab)

Council parking revenue has surged due to higher fines and expanded paid parking, sparking mixed reactions from residents and businesses, while hospitals scrapped parking fee plans amid criticism and tourist areas saw positive responses to charges.

• Council parking revenue has increased due to higher infringement fees and expanded paid parking areas
• Some councils have faced backlash from residents and businesses over new parking charges
• Hospitals abandoned plans to charge market rates for parking due to public criticism
• Tourist areas like Aoraki Mt Cook saw positive reception to parking fees