The City of Rockingham adopts a budget that includes a 4.58% increase in rates, according to reports from The West Australian and PerthNow. Both outlets say the council rejects a lower proposed amount and instead supports the higher rates increase as part of the final budget package. The reporting also includes reference to community cost-of-living pressures, with one outlet quoting criticism questioning the council’s stance during the crisis. Beyond the rates increase and the rejection of a lower figure, the two sources presented here do not provide additional detailed breakdowns of the budget, such as spending priorities, service changes, or where the increased revenue is directed. The articles are consistent that the decision is made by the City of Rockingham council and that the rates increase is set at 4.58%.