With local elections looming next month, the nation's doorsteps will play host to a few lively debates in the coming weeks.
For voters, there are likely to be a few sticky (or soggy) issues, with water charges likely to be high on the list. The first water bills will issue in January 2015, covering the last quarter of 2014.
The timing is one thing, but a big question remains for consumers: how much will it cost?
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