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15 July, 2025

Report shows impact of cost-shifting on councils

Over the past decade, councils across NSW have absorbed a staggering $11.3 billion forced upon them by state and federal governments in the process known as “cost-shifting”, according to a new report commissioned by peak body Local Government NSW (LGNSW).

By Sharon Bonthuys

LGNSW President and CMA NSW Board Member, Forbes Shire mayor, Phyllis Miller OAM, with CMA Chair and Temora Shire mayor Rick Firman OAM. PHOTO: CMA.
LGNSW President and CMA NSW Board Member, Forbes Shire mayor, Phyllis Miller OAM, with CMA Chair and Temora Shire mayor Rick Firman OAM. PHOTO: CMA.

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