Frequently Asked Questions
When will new rates be issued?
Mid to late August
What is GRV?
Gross Rental Value. This is when the Valuer General places a value against the property. The value is what they think you would receive if the property was rented for twelve months.
What is UV?
Unimproved Value. This is where the Valuer General places a value against the land only.
(For more information on GRV & UV, visit the Valuer Generals Website: www.landgate.wa.gov.au
How are the rates worked out?
In most simplistic form this is done by multiplying the valuation supplied by the Valuer General for each property by a rate-in-the-dollar which is set by council at budget time.
What are the rates collected used for?
Rates are used to build & maintain the Shire's roads, parks, gardens and sporting facilities. They are also used to help fund the library, tourism, youth services, volunteer SES, fire brigade and other community projects.
How is the overdue interest calculated?
The overdue interest is worked out at 11% per annum calculated on a daily basis.
For example:
Total Bill: $963.00
Rubbish: $318.00
ESL: $40.00
Rates: $605.00
Rates + ESL + Rubbish = $963 x 11% = $105.93/365 = $0.29
Interest will be $0.29 per day
What rebate can I receive if I am a Pensioner or a Seniors Card holder?
If you are a Pension card holder with or without a dependant spouse and have been living at the property you want to claim for since the 1st July of that financial year, you are then entitled to a 50% rebate for the rates and ESL portion of your account. For Seniors, it is only 25% with a maximum limit $234.90.
I am about to sell my property and there are still rates to be paid – how is this worked out?
This is done by your settlement agent at settlement, who will apportion the rates accordingly between the buyer and seller.
When does the rate year run?
The rate year is 1st July to 30th June - the same as the financial year. | 
