A review of Coonamble Shire Council's water charges and fees is on the horizon, with Councillor Al Karanouh calling for a reduction in the interest rate charged on overdue water accounts.
The issue was raised during council discussions on water pricing and the long-term costs of maintaining the shire's water infrastructure.
Cr Karanouh said he had noticed council was charging 10.5 per cent interest on overdue water accounts and questioned whether the rate was too high.
He suggested a penalty rate of around six to six-and-a-half . . .
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