The raising of rates is governed by statutory guidelines in the Local Government Act 1995. Rate notices are sent in approximately mid-August of each year and are due 35 days from the issue of the notice. Rates can be paid in full by the due date or in four equal instalments.
The due dates for the 2017/18 rates are;
| Full payment | 29 September 2017 |
| First instalment | 29 September 2017 |
| Second instalment | 1 December 2017 |
| Third instalment | 2 February 2018 |
If you have any questions regarding your rates, please refer to our FAQ's.
For help reading your rate notice, refer to our sample rate notice.