Tauranga City Councillor Glen Crowther has called for an independent inquiry into the Council's Marine Precinct sale, rate hikes, and spending decisions, citing a lack of transparency and growing public distrust. He reveals to Paul Brennan that major projects have massively exceeded budgets, with ratepayers footing the bill, and questions why Council-controlled organisations (CCOs) are being pushed for water assets without full financial clarity. Despite concerns over debt and accountability, Crowther faces resistance from colleagues reluctant to revisit past decisions. With mounting pressure from the public and MPs, he argues that an inquiry is essential to restore trust and uncover potential mismanagement.