$50

Rural properties are being charged a $50 waste management fee. This will allow them and all Kentish residents to use the Waste Transfer Stations free of charge (there are a few exceptions).

Some hate the fee and some reckon it is great. The idea is to hopefully stem the dumping of rubbish in the bush. For those who have more than 1 title they have to pay twice (or more). Apparently if they consolidate their titles into one (possible if they are adjoining) then the fee will not apply in the future.

I would like to return to the user pays system. Fairest system I think.

I heard a fellow in the council today who was pretty unimpressed...I think over the $50 fee. Full marks to a patient staff.

I like the idea behind the free access but I don't think we have implemented it well. I would be surprised if the $50 fee is around next budget.