Rates Information

Mareeba Shire Council levies and collects rates to raise revenue for the provision of essential services and infrastructure to the community. These services include but are not limited to roads, drainage, water and sewerage infrastructure, waste collection facilities and public facilities such as parks and libraries. If you own land, are the lessee of State owned land, or the holder of Mining Leases or Claims, you are liable for the payment of rates.

The General Rate is calculated by multiplying the rate set by Council by the unimproved value of the land set by the Department of Natural Resources. It provides funds for services and upkeep of shire assets that are available to all residents, for example parks and gardens, road maintenance, libraries, street lighting, public halls, aged pensioner accommodation and administration.

Discount on General Rates will only be allowed if the total payable (shown on your most current Rates Notice) is paid in full and funds received by Council by the discount Due Date. It is strongly recommended that payment is not left until the discount Due Date as Council does not take responsibility for the late processing of electronic payments by third parties.

If you are the holder of a current Centrelink Pensioner Concession Card or a Department of Veteran’s Affairs Gold Card, and reside at your property permanently, you may be eligible for Pensioner Rates Remissions. To apply, download a copy of Council’s Application for Pensioner Rates Remissions below and return it to Council. In order to confirm your eligibility for Pensioner Rates Remissions, a copy of your Pensioner Concession Card or Gold Card must be attached to the form.