Rates Notice Delay

What does this mean?

As soon as we can, the rates notices will be generated – we’ll let you know when we know.  Rates notices will then hit mail boxes and email inboxes – you can register to receive your rates notice via email here. 

When will the rates be due?

Rates are due in full by August 29, 2025. If paying by instalments, the first instalment is also due by August 29, 2025.  

Will you be extending the due date?

No.  Ratepayers are aware that rates are due this time each year and should budget for around the same amount to be payable each year. 

What if I can’t pay the full amount?

Our team is always available to help you work out a suitable payment arrangement that works within your budget.  We understand that making smaller payments more often is how you can manage your rates account.  Once your rates are paid off you can also keep making payments so that you end up ahead by the time the new financial year comes around.  

Ratepayers receiving government concessions may also be eligible for a discount – talk to our team or check here to check and apply: 

Is there a benefit for paying in full by August 29?

This year we’ve introduced a new way of saying thanks for paying your rates in full and on time – West Coast Winners.

If you’ve paid in full by 29 August 2025, you’ll automatically go into the running to win one of four vouchers valued at $2,000, $1,000, $500, and $500.

Winners will be drawn at the September Council meeting, and vouchers can be spent at West Coast businesses. 

This is our way of saying thanks, supporting local businesses and helping our ratepayers.  Vouchers can be used for anything from cafes to groceries, to electricians and loads of gravel – as long as the service or item is from a West Coast business.

(Please note: properties owned by businesses, government departments, Council staff and councillors are not eligible, but their family members are welcome to enter.)