Rates revenue is reinvested back into our community to support the renewal of infrastructure, maintenance of public amenities and delivery of essential services.
At the Special Council Meeting on Monday, 29 June, Council endorsed a 4.96% increase to the rate in the dollar for the 2026/27 financial year.
This decision followed a series of Council budget workshops, where the City’s financial position, rating options and long-term priorities were carefully considered. This process helps ensure a fair and sustainable approach that balances community expectations with the real cost of delivering services across Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
The City understands that any increase comes at a time when many households and businesses are managing tight budgets. Council’s decision reflects the need to balance those pressures with the rising cost of maintaining roads, parks, community facilities, waste services and other essential services.
The endorsed rates model will now form part of the City’s 2026/27 Budget, which will be considered by Council on Thursday, 2 July.
How Your Rates Support Our Community
We’re investing in our community to deliver priorities that matter most to you.
The City will also continue to host beloved community events and provide programs for seniors, children and youth, and maintain essential services such as library services, rubbish collection, tip services, heritage services, and more. Our community, business-related grant programs and initiatives will continue, offering support to not-for-profit organisations and dedicated local business owners.
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