


With over 1% in cash rate rises forecast over the next 4–5 months, local governments face a wave of inflation driven by soaring oil prices, electricity costs up 32.2%, and housing pressures. This webinar explains why it's happening, and what councils need to do now to protect their communities and financial sustainability.

A wave of inflation Is inevitable
In the next 4-6 months, our Chief Economist is predicting a 1%-1.25% increase in rates.

The hardship curve is still climbing
Ratepayers are already asking for more time to pay, and that volume is only going to continue to increase with stagflation on the horizon resulting in higher council arrears.

Early action is paying off
Councils that use Payble have changed their arrears levels, with a 4.66 out of 5 satisfaction rating - allowing ratepayers to suggest what they can afford.
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Discover how Payble is helping local governments break through the 30% digital adoption ceiling. This executive brief covers the shift from static PDF bills to a mobile-first, passwordless notice platform - with real results from councils already driving enrolment to 90%, cutting print costs, and reducing arrears through automated payment reminders.

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Why 50% of every fine issued across Australia goes unpaid, and what City of Casey did to turn it around. A practical session for council finance and compliance leaders covering the economics of infringement collection, the hidden cost of referrals, and how to recover more without chasing.

Following the RBA's removal of card surcharges, this webinar covers what the landmark policy change means for councils, their payment systems, and their communities — with October 1 as the compliance deadline

With over 1% in cash rate rises forecast over the next 4–5 months, local governments face a wave of inflation driven by soaring oil prices, electricity costs up 32.2%, and housing pressures. This webinar explains why it's happening, and what councils need to do now to protect their communities and financial sustainability.
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