Council rates to rise more than 100 per cent over two years in NSW regions, adding to inflation pain

Cynthia Coppock is facing a 104.5 per cent rates increase over two years in Urbenville. (Supplied)

Cynthia Coppock was lured to regional New South Wales by the prospect of a quiet country lifestyle and cheaper house. 

What she didn't expect was to stare down a 104.5 per cent rate increase over the next two years, just to maintain existing council services.