Ratepayers who receive the maximum pension are now eligible for a rebate of $324 for the financial year, up eight per cent from the $300 rebate last year, while those not on the maximum pension are eligible for a $162 rebate, up from $150.

But last year's budget allowed a rebate of $240 for those on the War Widows pension, and they will now receive the same rebate as those on full concessions, up 35 per cent.

Joyce Peterson, of the War Widows Guild of Australia Redlands Branch, welcomed the extra $84 each year.

"I think that's pretty good news, the extra money will probably make the little things in life a bit easier," Mrs Peterson said.

"We're probably a bit better off than other pensioners, because we have a gold card for all our medical expenses.

"We have many members with health and mobility problems, so this will mean a lot for their budgets."

Redland Mayor Melva Hobson said finding the balance between increased costs and empathy for most vulnerable residents had been "challenging".

"My council is also mindful of those in our community who are on fixed incomes, so I'm pleased to announce we've increased the pensioners' concession this year," Cr Hobson said.

Older residents have also been considered in the overhaul of tip fees, and can now participate in a trial Home Assist kerbside collection program, which will see their bulky hard and green waste taken to the tip for free.

Residents already eligible for the Home Assist program, including those with a disability, can take part in the trial which is scheduled to start "early in the new financial year".