2026-2027 FEES AND CHARGES · Report

GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING                                                                 9 JUNE 2026



Link to Corporate Plan
Theme No. 5. - Excellence
This theme focuses on customer experience, financial sustainability, innovation and technology,
levels of service, governance, our employees and volunteers, funding streams and asset
management practices.
Objective 5.2 Continue to deliver a financially sustainable Council that has the resources now and
into the future to achieve its strategic objectives. This will be supported through the introduction of
enhanced sustainability reporting and performance indicators, as well as ESG (environment social
and governance) accounting practices as guided by statutory requirements.




Previous Council Consideration
Council considers fees and charges levels annually as part of the budget process. Fees and charges
can also be amended, removed or introduced during a financial year via Council resolution.


Finance
General cost-recovery fees and commercial charges are expected to generate approximately $31
million in the 2026-27 financial year, representing approximately 19% of Council’s combined annual
operating revenue.


Risk & Opportunities
Failure to appropriately adopt general cost-recovery fees and commercial charges may result in
Council being left without the head or power to charge for goods and services, compromising
ongoing financial sustainability and Council’s reputation.


Human Rights
In developing this Report, the subject matter has been considered in accordance with the
requirements of the Queensland Human Rights Act 2019. It is considered that the subject matter
does not conflict with any human rights and supports a human rights approach to decision making
by Council. Council representatives will endeavour to act and make decisions under this report in a
manner that is compatible with human rights. This report should be read in conjunction with Council’s
Human Rights Policy.


Consultation
External Consultation - Community & Stakeholder
Nil.
Internal Consultation
Departments consulted:
       Office of the CEO, Mayor &         Community Services               Corporate Services
               Councillors
  X     Mayor & Councillors         X   Director                     X   Director
  X     Chief Executive Officer         Community Connection         X   Financial Services
  X     Executive Officers              Sport & Active Lifestyles        Revenue Services
        Community Engagement            Arts & Culture                   ICT