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Council rates explained: a home owner’s guide
(Including average rates by city)
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Council rates are a tax paid by property owners to fund local services like waste collection and parks. Your bill is based on your property's Capital Value (CV), which combines land and improvement values and is updated every three years.
Some owners may also pay targeted rates for specific local services. A rates rebate provides a discount for eligible low-income homeowners. Payments can typically be made annually or in instalments through your local council website.
What are council rates?
How are city council rates calculated?
Homeowners pays rates based on their location and the value of their property.
Your ratings valuation is based on three things:
What about targeted rates?
What is a rates rebate?
Paying rates is easy. Most councils allow you to do it online.
How do I pay rates?
How much should I expect to pay for council rates?
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