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A list of publications put out by the department's service areas.
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A guide for local governments
The WA Constitution allows for a system of local government through the Local Government Act 1995.
Local governments impose rates on the properties within their district to raise revenue to fund the services and facilities provided to residents and visitors.
This document describes the legislative and policy basis for the application of minimum payments to land being rated by a local government.
This document describes the legislative and policy basis for the application of minimum payments to land being rated by a local government. June 2023.
This policy aims to provide guidance to local governments on the legislative requirements governing the giving of notice on rates. June 2023.
Local governments impose rates on the properties within their district to raise revenue to fund the services and facilities provided to residents and visitors. March 2023.