Easter Long Weekend Opening Hours

Please be advised that the City administration building and several City facilities, including the Darius Wells Library and Resource Centre, will be closed for the Easter long weekend from Friday, 18 April through to Monday, 21 April (inclusive). 

Bins will not be collected on Good Friday (Friday, 18 April), residents impacted are advised to place their bins out on Saturday, 19 April by 6am. Collection for Easter Monday (Monday, 21 April) and the ANZAC Day Public Holiday (Friday, 25 April) remain unchanged, for any enquiries please contact 1300 293 955.

We look forward to seeing you again from Tuesday, 11 April. 

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Rates Appeals and Objections

If you believe there is an error in your rate notice, you may be able to object or appeal. Below are the types of objections and how to lodge them.

Object to a Rate Notice

Your rate notice includes details such as:

  • The rating category (based on property zoning and land use)
  • The rate in the dollar and minimum payment amount

If you believe this information is incorrect, you can object in writing within 42 days from the issue date of the rate notice.

Object to a Rate Book Entry

The Rate Book, updated yearly, records:

  • Property owner names
  • Gross Rental Value (GRV)
  • Amount of rates charged

If your ownership details, GRV valuation, or rates amount are incorrect, you can object in writing within 42 days from the rate notice issue date

Appeal a Property Valuation

If you believe your property valuation is unfair or incorrect, you can appeal to Landgate Valuation Services within 60 days of the rate notice issue date.

Your appeal must:

  • Be in writing.
  • Include a full property description.
  • Clearly explain why you believe the valuation is incorrect.

For more details on how to lodge an objection, see the ‘Lodge an Objection/Appeal’ section below for more information.

Revaluation and Interim Rates

The City is legally required to apply new property valuations from Landgate Valuation Services. When this happens:

  • Your rates will be reassessed based on the new valuation.
  • If there is a difference, an interim rate notice will be issued.
  • Any settlement agents involved will receive a copy of the interim notice

Lodge an Objection/Appeal

If you need to appeal your property valuation, submit your objection to Landgate Valuation Services either:

Online: Lodging an Objection. - Landgatr

By Post:

Landgate Valuation Services

PO BOX 2222

MIDLAND, WA 6936

Phone: 9273 7373

For rate notice or Rate Book objections, contact the City of Kwinana at:

Email: rates@kwinana.wa.gov.au

Phone: 9439 0200

 

Rates Exemption Application

Some organisations, such as charities, religious schools, and government agencies, may be eligible for a rates exemption under the Local Government Act 1995.

To apply:

  1. Complete the rates exemption form
  2. Submit it with supporting documents to: rates@kwinana.wa.gov.au

Once assessed, you will receive a formal written response. Exemptions typically last 1-3 years before a review is required.

More Information

For further information about lodging an objection or appeal visit the Landgate website​.

For general information about rates please contact us on 9439 0200 or email rates@kwinana.wa.gov.au.​

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