Kalgoorlie-Boulder council approves 4.96 percent rates hike to support residents
The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder council approved a 4.96 percent rates hike on Monday, aiming to ease the financial burden on residents amid a cost-of-living crisis. Councillor Deborah Botica argued that the increase aligns with operational costs, saving the average ratepayer $14 compared to a proposed 6 percent hike. The decision left the city $380,000 short of reserve funding.
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Published 30 Jun 2026, 18:00 UTC
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