Katherine Town Council

Rates and Charges

Document Rates Declaration 08/09

Council rates are levied on each ratable property to raise funds to provide services and facilities to the community of Katherine.

The Katherine Town Council aims to keep rates as low as possible.

This objective is balanced against:

  • Councils commitment to respond to the demands and needs of all residents.
  • Councils responsibility to provide, maintain and improve a comprehensive range of recreational, cultural and environmental services and facilities.

Rate Payments

Rates and charges for each financial year (1st July—30th June) can be paid in four (4) instalments. Payment reminders are advertised in the local media, however, reminder notices will not be sent so please take the time to enter the instalment dates on to your calendar.

You may choose to pay your rates in the full amount by the first installment date. If your payment is not received by the due date, the account will be in arrears. If your account is in arrears this will incur a penalty that is calculated on a daily basis on the outstanding instalment, from the date on which the missed instalment was due until the date the payment is made in full.

Penalties for late payments are charged at 17% per annum.

If you have difficulty in making these payments please contact the Council on 8972 5500

Early Bird Draw

Ratepayers can enter the Early Bird Draw and win a refund up to the value of $500 of their rates by paying the full amount on the rates notice (and any arrears) by the first installment date. (Government Departments, Council staff and Elected Members are not eligible.)

How to pay your rates

In person at the Civic Centre Office, Stuart Highway

By mail using a cheque or money order and posting it to: PO Box 1071, KATHERINE NT 0851

By phone using your credit card.

Bpay Contact your bank to make payments directly from one of your accounts

Online at www.ktc.nt.gov.au

If you have any concerns please contact Council on (08) 8972 5500