Rates

Rates instalments must be paid prior to these due dates:

  • 1st instalment - 30 September or within 14 days from the date on which the notice was issued, whichever date is the latest.
  • 2nd instalment - 30 November 
  • 3rd instalment - 28 February 
  • 4th instalment - 31 May 

Where a due date falls on a weekend or public holiday the instalment will be due on the following business day.

Council may charge interest on amounts that are not paid by the due date. The interest rate and any reduction or waiver will be applied in line with relevant legislation and Council policy.

The standard interest rate on overdue rates and charges is 10% per year. Interest is calculated on overdue amounts in accordance with Victorian legislation. If the rate set by the Victorian Government changes, Council will apply the updated rate from the date it takes effect.

The standard interest rate applies when rates and charges are not paid by the due date. If a ratepayer is experiencing financial hardship, Council may agree to a payment arrangement or defer payment and may reduce or waive some or all interest after considering the individual circumstances. Interest may also be adjusted or removed if Council identifies an administrative error or another situation where charging interest would not be fair or lawful.

 

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