So in September-October vote in Councilors who will do it.

A major restructure of Timaru District Council staffing was announced on Monday, impacting 71 roles across the organisation.

Council facilities were closed for a period on Monday afternoon as staff gathered to learn about chief executive Nigel Trainor’s proposal, which will cut 71 roles and introduce 19 new ones, resulting in a net reduction of 52 roles.

Mr Trainor said the proposal aimed to save between $3.5 million and $4 million per year.

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