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Petition is addressed to: Hawkesbury City Council
Hawkesbury City Council is proposing a Special Rate Variation (SRV)—a planned increase in residential rates over the next three years of 40%. The purpose of this SRV is to secure additional funding to renew, maintain, and improve essential infrastructure across the region, with a particular focus on our local road network.
Council states that the SRV will help address the backlog of road repairs, enhance long-term asset management, and ensure safer, more reliable transport routes for residents and businesses. The proposed increase is intended to support sustainable service delivery and reduce reliance on short-term fixes.
Reason
- We oppose the 40% rate hike because it worsens the cost-of-living crisis for many struggling families
- It doesn't stop Council wasting money on non-essential projects while neglecting critical infrastructure
Petition details
Petition started:
09/30/2025
Collection ends:
12/30/2025
Region:
City of Hawkesbury
Topic:
Taxes
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If council can "selloff" the water waste to Sydney Water because of their own negligence, they certainly do not need my 40% extra in rates.
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Because the council are useless. They can stop trucks using domestic roads. Fine them and make their money. Plus not have to repair roads. 110% their pay will go up 40%