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South East councils defend large rate rise proposal amid community criticism

This week, Bega Valley council voted to put plans proposing a 35% increase in rates on public exhibition. (Supplied)

Bega Valley and Snowy Monaro councils have both taken steps towards implementing a proposed large rate increase to address what they are calling rising operating costs.

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