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South Gippsland Shire Council explains how rates work for residents with short explanatory video
Confused about rates and how rates work? Watch the short explanatory video.
Rates notices have recently been issued. To explain what rates are and how they work, here is a short video. If you have more questions, please don't hesitate to contact our Rates team on 5662 9200 or find out more at South Gippsland 'Rates' page.
In setting the South Gippsland 'Rates', council aims to charge rates equitably by us
Rate revenue helps fund the services Council provides to ratepayers and residents. The formula for calculating General Rates (that cover most residential properties) is: General Rates = Capital Improved Value x Rate in the Dollar.ing property values to fairly distribute rates charged
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