Rates
Rates and charges are levied by Winton Shire Council in accordance with the provisions of the Local Government Act 2009 and the Local Government (Finance, Plans and Reporting) Regulation 2010. The rates and charges together with any arrears and/or interest (if applicable) are payable to Winton Shire Council by the due dates on notices that are issued.
Rates notices are issued twice a year – March and September.
Discount: A discount in allowed if rates and charges including arrears are paid in full on or before the due date. Discount is not calculated on amounts in arrears, interest, fire levy or water usage.
Interest on Arrears: Interest on overdue rates will be charged, in accordance with the Local Government Act 2009 and the Local Government (Finance, Plans and Reporting) Regulation 2010 at an interest rate fixed by Council.
Arrangements to Pay: If you are experiencing financial difficulties and are unable to make payment in full by the due date contact the Rates Officer and enter into a payment commitment to avoid recovery action and associated costs.
Pre-Payments: Paying your rates in advance can greatly ease the burden of receiving a large account on a twice yearly basis. Advance payments may be made through any of the payment methods mentioned. Interest will still apply if the full amount owing is not paid in full by the due date.
Change of Ownership: Should you have recently sold your property, we ask that if you receive a rates notice, you forward it on to the new owner so they can receive the relevant discount or return it to Council with purchaser’s details if known.
Change of Address: Please advise Council directly if you have moved or your postal address has changed. This will need to be done in writing.
Methods of Payment
In Person: The Council Administration Office is located at 75 Vindex Street, Winton. Cash, Cheque, Debit Cards, Credit Cards (Mastercard and Visa) are accepted.
By Phone: by Credit Card (Mastercard or Visacard) only. Call Council on (07) 4657 2666 Monday to Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm and Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm.
By BPay: Payments can be made by BPay using Biller Code 406959. Please ensure the Reference Number stated on the Rates Notice under the BPay Logo is used. Every property has a different Reference Number.
By Post: Cheques or money orders made out to Winton Shire Council should be forwarded to:
Winton Shire Council
PO Box 288
Winton Qld 4735
Direct Deposit: Payments can be made by direct deposit into Council’s bank account. To ensure the correct allocation of your payment please use your Property Assessment Number.
National Australia Bank Winton
Acc: Winton Shire Council
BSB: 084 990 Acc No.: 509011458
IMPORTANT: Please clearly state your payment reference number (listed on your rates notice) in the transaction description.