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2026-2027 FEES AND CHARGES

Financial Services Manager, Zach Morton-Adair · Financial Services | Corporate Services Department

Executive summary

General cost-recovery fees and commercial charges are proposed to generate approximately $31 million in the 2026–27 financial year, representing around 19% of Council’s operating revenue. Fees and charges have been reviewed as part of the 2026–27 budget process to ensure alignment with the cost-recovery principles under the Local Government Act 2009. Cost-recovery fees are set at or below the cost of service delivery, while commercial charges are based on full cost pricing, having regard to market considerations and Council’s identified business activities. Adoption of the fees and charges schedule prior to finalisation of the budget provides transparency and advance notice to the community and service users, supporting informed decision-making and financial planning. The proposed approach supports Council’s financial sustainability objectives by reinforcing a user- pays framework, ensuring equitable cost allocation, and minimising reliance on general rate revenue.

Recommendation

That Council

  1. Note the Report by the Financial Services Manager to the General Meeting dated 9 June 2026; and
  2. Pursuant to sections 97, 98 and 262(3)(c) of the Local Government Act 2009, adopt the 2026- 27 financial year cost-recovery fees and commercial charges provided as Attachment 1 to the

Report details

Index: ECM/ Subject / 7.45 – 2026 – 2027 Fees and Charges