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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 property owners pay to fund local services and infrastructure. Your bill is primarily based on your property's Capital Value (CV), also known as a Ratings Valuation (RV), which is calculated every three years.
Some properties may also incur targeted rates for specific local services. Low-income homeowners can apply for a rates rebate to help reduce their annual bill. Payment options usually include annual, quarterly, or monthly instalments.
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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