Cairns Regional Council has not increased fees and charges this year to assist residents, businesses and ratepayers due to the financial impacts of COVID-19. This contrasts with the decision by the Douglas Shire Council to vote against Councillor Roy Zammataro’s motion to freeze fees and charges and increase them instead.
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https://www.cairns.qld.gov.au/council/news-publications/media-releases/releases/fees-and-charges
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