Shire of East Pilbara Notice of Intention to Levy Differential Rates 2026/27

Published on Friday, 1 May 2026 at 6:00:00 AM

Shire of East Pilbara Notice of Intention to Levy Differential Rates 2026/27

In accordance with section 6.36 of the Local Government Act 1995, the Shire of East PiIbara gives notice of its intention to impose the following differential rates and minimum payments on rateable property for the 2026/27 financial year.

GRV Residential

Rate in the dollar: $0.0729

Payment: $1,200

UV Pastoral/ Special Lease

Rate in the dollar: $0.2257

Minimum Payment: $1,500

GRV Non-Residential

Rate in the dollar: $0.0729

Minimum Payment$: 1,500

UV Mining

Rate in the dollar: $0.4514

Minimum Payment:$1,500

GRV Transient Worker Accommodation

Rate in the dollar: $0.2232

Minimum Payment: $1,500

UV Prospecting

Rate in the dollar: $0.3279

Minimum Payment: $925

The figures are estimates only and may change as part of Council's consideration of any submissions. The overall apportionment of the rating burden across the above property categories is intended to remain consistent. All statutory entitlements for pensioner and other concession holders will apply.

Submissions are invited from any elector or ratepayer with respect to the proposed differential rates, and any related matters.

A document describing the objects and reasons for each proposed rate and the minimum payment can be accessed at www.eastpilbara.wa.gov.au and the Shire's offices and libraries in Newman, Nullagine and Marble Bar during normal working hours until 10.00am Monday 25 May 2026.

Submissions on the proposed differential rates and minimum payments are invited will be considered by Council before imposing the proposed rates.

Submissions can be made in writing until 10.00am Monday 25 May 2026 by email to [email protected] or mail addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Shire of East Pilbara, PMB 22, Newman WA 6753.

For further information contact 9175 8000.

Steven Harding
Chief Executive Officer

View Public Notice of Intention to Levy Differential Rates 2026/27