Late payment interest will be charged at 8% p.a on any outstanding rates balance after the due date Friday 5 September 2025. Late payment interest will not be charged on current and deferred rates of eligible pensioners and seniors with 100% equity.    

Ratepayers who have elected to pay by the Four Instalment Option as shown on their Rates Notice are exempt from late payment interest providing that all instalment payments are made by the due dates.

Four instalment dates:

  • Friday 5 September 2025
  • Friday 14 November 2025
  • Friday 16 January 2026
  • Friday 20 March 2026

Do I pay GST on my rates notice?

GST is not payable on general rates or the emergency services levy.