News Penny pinching council By John Lewis Jun 29, 2020 Julie Reed Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content Shepparton What a greedy council Greater Shepparton has become with its penny-pinching. The Geelong council recently notified ratepayers saying, ‘Municipal Charges have been removed from annual rates'. Obviously a $195 reduction on rates during the COVID-19 epidemic will assist many families struggling during these difficult times. What has Greater Shepparton City Council offered, other than an extension of time to pay in full including Municipal Charges? By John Lewis Columnist
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