Rates

Whakatāne District Council is committed to maintaining a strong financial position for the District. We’re working hard to deliver the best quality facilities and services while also maintaining our commitment to keep rates down through prudent financial management.

Further information on rates can be found in the Long Term Plan and in the Annual Plan.

If your address is changed or your property has changed ownership, and this is not reflected in our database, you are required to supply us with your new details. Please contact us for more information.


Due dates for rates instalments 2023-24

InstalmentDue Date
1Friday, 25 August 2023
2Friday, 24 November 2023
3Friday, 23 February 2024
4Friday, 24 May 2024

Rates Resolution for 2023/24

Our rates resolution outlines the setting and assessment of rates under the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 for the 2023/24 financial year. Please note all figures are GST exclusive.

View the Rates resolution for period 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024 - (PDF, 337 KB)

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Rates can be paid in a variety of ways, including cash, EFTPOS, direct debit, phone banking and internet banking.

Use the Property Search (also known as Rating Information Database) to find out rates information about a property.

A ratepayer is the person who is named in the rating information database and the District valuation roll as owning the property. This must be the name of the person/s on the certificate of title. It is a legal requirement to inform Council of any change of ownership.

Rates are charged in a number of different categories to enable the Council to deliver essential services to the community.

Rates are based on a valuation of the property. The Council contracts Quotable Value to perform three-yearly property revaluations to reflect changing market values. The valuations are a snapshot of the market as at 1 September the year of revaluation.

This page describes how water consumption rates are set and charged in Whakatāne District.

The Rates Rebate Scheme provides a rebate for low income earners. You need to apply to Whakatāne District Council, who have authority to process applications.

Remission of rates involves reducing the amount owing or waiving collection of rates altogether. Find information on the various types of rates remission available.