Parking fines have gone up around the country and unsuspecting Waiheke residents are being stung by the increased penalties.
As of 1 October, the fine for misusing mobility parks set aside for disabled people is $750, a giant leap up from $150. While most people agree this is a very good thing, the increases in fines for offences like overstaying by a few minutes in a paid space are a little harder for some to swallow.
• Tessa King
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