Project Update - July 2023

The City advertised its intention to levy differential rates for 21 days between May and June 2023, as mandated by the Local Government Act 1995.

In accordance with the legislation, advertising included a notice in local and state newspapers and on City websites. The Comment on Cockburn page received 341 visitors and 68 people responded by making a submission.

The City compiled these submissions and presented them in a report, alongside other information, for Council’s consideration at the June Special Council Meeting.

Council has adopted differential rates

Council adopted the proposed budget with a 4.5 per cent increase to residential rates, which is slightly lower than the proposed 5 per cent increase that remains for all other rating categories.

The 2023-24 rates increase is below current Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation. This continues Council’s financial strategy of low rate increases through cost control and other effective fiscal management strategies, underpinning the City’s strategic objective to provide value for money for the City’s ratepayers.

To help alleviate costs for individuals and businesses, the City will eliminate interest charges on all payment plans, including instalments, SmartRates, and other customised plans. The administration fee for ratepayers who receive their notices by mail, will also be removed.

More information

To read the report and meeting minutes, visit the Agenda and Minutes section of the City of Cockburn website. For more information, please contact the City’s Rates and Revenue Team on 08 9411 3444 or email [email protected].