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City of Mandurah
Annual Rates Information
2018/19
mandurah.wa.gov.au
CONTENTS
Fast facts for the city 4
How our revenue is generated 5
How your rates are spent 6
Budget at a glance and key budget focuses 8
City budget and objects and reasons 12
City facilities and services 13
How to read your rates notice 17
How to pay and instalment options 18
Receive your rates electronically 20
Waste and verge collection 22
Cat and dog registrations 26
Prepare your property for fire 27
Pensioners and seniors card holders 30
Frequently asked questions 31
Events calendar 32
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2
MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR
This year’s budget is focused on laying solid foundations
for our future, while delivering the services, programs
and infrastructure that are important to our community.
The real winner of this year’s budget is our city centre.
As we begin to shape our new story as a city of vibrancy
and aspiration, we recognise the importance of ensuring
a positive experience in our city centre for locals and
visitors alike.
We’ve allocated significant resources in this year’s
budget towards working with the community and local
businesses to begin an activation of our city centre
that will form the start of a ten year vision for complete
revitalisation.
As a community, we want our city centre to be a place
we can be proud of and somewhere visitors can enjoy.
We’ve also budgeted new funds dedicated to
reconnecting our neighbourhoods and to reinvigorating
the community.
This budget lays the foundations for our aspirational
vision for Mandurah, and I’m really proud of the fact
that by achieving efficiencies across the board and
reallocating our resources, we have been able to
produce a budget that not only lays these important
foundations but does so with minimal burden to our
rate payers.
To this end, we’ve also established Mandurah’s first
budget review committee which seeks to find ongoing
cost efficiencies and minimise wasted spending.
There is so much potential for our city.
We’re on the cusp of something really
exciting and I’d like to take a moment
to acknowledge the contribution you
make, not only through your rates
but through your active citizenship,
in ensuring we’re growing a stronger
community and ensuring that
Mandurah’s best days are ahead of us.
Rhys Williams
Mayor
3
FAST FACTS FOR THE CITY
173.5 sq km 84,040 120,000
TOTAL AREA POPULATION 2017 POPULATION AT
2036
18,731 35,000 34,092
CHILDREN 0-17 FAMILIES 2017 HOUSEHOLDS 2016
YEARS 2017
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HOW OUR REVENUE IS GENERATED
$77.8M
RATES
$26.4M FEES & CHARGES
$7.9M NON-OPERATING GRANTS,
SUBSIDIES & CONTRIBUTIONS
$3.9M OPERATING GRANTS, SUBSIDIES &
CONTRIBUTIONS
$2.2M INTEREST EARNINGS
$0.27M OTHER REVENUE
TOTAL BUDGETED REVENUE
$118.3 MILLION
5
HOW YOUR RATES ARE SPENT
A breakdown of how the rates you pay are
distributed in your community.
$7.1M
$2M Economic Services
Building compliance, economic
General Purpose development, tourism
funding
rates administration
$6.5M
Governance
Administration and
operating costs
$4.5M
Education & Welfare
Seniors services, accessibility,
youth, community development
$3.3M
Environment
Climate change, environmental
services, energy efficiency
$20.1M
Transport
Roads, carparks, footpaths,
bridges, drainage maintenance
6
$10M
Other Property
& Services
Public works administration and
operations, administration costs
$2M
Health
Environmental health monitoring,
mosquito management
$36M
Recreation & Culture
Recreation centres, sports
grounds, recreation services
$16.8M
Parks & Reserves
Bushland and parks maintenance,
playgrounds, open spaces
$3.4M
Law Order &
Public Safety
Rangers services, fire prevention
and emergency services $14.7M
Community Amenities
Waste Management, Planning
and regional development
7
THE CITY’S 2018-19 BUDGET
AT A GLANCE
Operating revenues $110.3 million $million
Rates 77.8
Fees and charges 26.4
Grants and contributions 3.8
Other 2.3
Operating expenditure $126.6 million $million
Employee costs 43.5
Materials and contracts 45.9
Utility charges 3.4
Interest expenses 1.3
Other 1.2
Operating expenditure
before depreciation 95.3
Depreciation on non-current assets 31.3
Key Elements:
Peel Bright Minds 0.03
Winter Wonderland 0.14
Internal Audit Function 0.125
Water Tower Murals 0.1
Community Development Model 0.1
Support of Mandurah Wildlife Rescue 0.03
Peron Naturalist Partnership 0.04
City Centre Activation Project 0.4
Coastal Hazard Risk Management
Adaptation Plan 0.15
Borrowings $million
Principal outstanding at 1 July 2018 33.5
2018-19 Borrowings 4.9
Cash reserves $million
Reserves at 1 July 2018 32.0
less: transfers from reserves
for capital and operating purposes (8.8)
add: transfer to reserves
for future projects 4.1
Reserves at 30 June 2019 27.2
8
THE CITY’S 2018-19 BUDGET
AT A GLANCE
Capital expenditure $29.4 million $million
Community Facilities
Seniors Community Centre building 0.34
Bush Fire Brigade appliance shed 0.38
Roads
Gibson Street 0.8
Aldgate Street 0.37
Casuarina Drive 0.53
Pinjarra Road 0.97
Dower Street 0.8
Recreation
Mandurah Foreshore Boardwalk 0.5
Dudley Park Bowling Club reroofing 0.2
Falcon Reserve Skate Park 0.42
Lakelands District Open Space 5.8
Mandjar Square redevelopment 1.07
Novara Foreshore redevelopment 0.42
Falcon Bay Foreshore redevelopment 0.42
Waterways
Shark mitigation project 0.6
Falcon Bay Seawall Stage 2 0.5
Minimum Rates
The City also imposes a minimum payment to recognise
that properties must contribute a minimum amount for
the provision of services and infrastructure which benefit
all the community.
The minimum rates for 2018-19 are set at:
Residential improved: $1,081.00
Business improved: $1,081.00
Business vacant: $1,081.00
Urban Development: $1,081.00
Residential vacant: $895.00
9
KEY BUDGET FOCUSES
CITY CENTRE ACTIVATION
A key focus area is the reactivation
of our city centre. We’ve allocated
an unprecedented level of investment
to events and programs to help
make our city a place for locals and
visitors to enjoy. We will be working
closely with the community and
local businesses to help shape our
foreshores and public spaces.
We want to ensure that this is a place
we’re all proud to call home.
JOB CREATION AND
ECONOMIC GROWTH
We’re working hard to diversify our
local economy. We’re supporting new
initiatives in tourism, water science,
entrepreneurship and innovation.
We will continue to support important
initiatives such as Make Place and the
entrepreneur programs.
STRONGER
NEIGHBOURHOODS
This year we’re piloting a new
program that will ensure our
communities are safe, connected and
enjoyable places to live.
We will continue to support residents
associations and encourage local
champions to drive community
building initiatives.
10TOURISM AND EVENTS
Following our recent Top Tourism Town
award and dual gold tourism awards
for Mandurah Crab Fest, we will
continue working to increase visitation
to the region. Community events and
activations in the city centre will be
at the heart of this strategy. We want
Mandurah to be a place of aspiration
and opportunity.
MANDJAR SQUARE
As the cultural heart of Mandurah, this
year we seek to finish the great work
that went into redeveloping this space
during 2017/18.
LAKELANDS OPEN SPACE
Lakelands in one of our fastest
growing suburbs and this project
will provide important infrastructure
for our northern suburbs. The project
will provide a great resource for the
community.
11OBJECTS AND REASONS FOR DIFFERENTIAL RATES 2018/19 Increase in rates for 2018/19 The City proposes to impose differential general rates to all gross rental values in its district according to one or a combination of: 1. The purpose for which land is zoned 2. Whether or not the land is vacant land Rates by category The following rate categories have been assigned to properties. Improved Land Residential improved – rate in the dollar $ 0.0825 This rate is regarded as the base rate as it represents the most number of properties in the City. This rate aims to ensure that the proportion of rates raised from this category is between 70% and 75% of total rates. Business improved – rate in the dollar $ 0.0879 This rate is set at a higher level to recognise that certain expenditures in the budget are specifically directed towards the economic development of the City. Examples of this are: The Economic Development function which is largely directed towards the encouragement of business to locate in the City and to support business organisations. The promotion of tourism. Vacant Land Business vacant – rate in the dollar $ 0.1438 This rate is set at a higher level as the City wishes to promote the development of all properties to their full potential. This will act to stimulate economic growth and development in the community. Urban development – rate in the dollar $ 0.1039 This rate relates to land held for future development. As with other vacant land rates, this rate is set at a higher level as the City wishes to promote the development of all properties to their full potential. Residential vacant – rate in the dollar $ 0.1438 This rate is set at a higher level as the City wishes to promote the development of all properties to their full potential. This will act to stimulate economic growth and development in the community.
CITY FACILITIES & SERVICES
Youth Development
We run a number of programs and activities across
the city. These programs are designed specifically for
young people aged 11 - 25 years.
Billy Dower Youth Centre
41 Dower Street, Mandurah
Libraries
Each of our three libraries offers lifelong learning
resources and events for all ages.
Mandurah Library
331 Pinjarra Road, Mandurah
Falcon eLibrary and Community Centre
Cnr Flavia Street and Cobblers Road, Falcon
Lakelands Library and Community Centre
49 Banksiadale Gate, Lakelands
Contemporary Art Spaces Mandurah
We provide arts experiences to the community and
promote an accessible and diverse range of cultural
engagement opportunities.
63 Ormsby Terrace, Mandurah
Manduah Recreation Centres
Catering for all members of our community with our
state of the art facilities to help keep you and your family
fit and healthy.
Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre
303 Pinjarra Road, Mandurah
Halls Head Recreation Centre
42 Honeysuckle Ramble, Halls Head
FREE PASS for gym, group fitness or swim entry, go to
mandurah.wa.gov.au/freepassCITY FACILITIES & SERVICES Mandurah Seniors and Community Centre The centre offers a variety of activities, programs and special events for people aged 55 and over, to keep you active and engaged with others. 41 Ormsby Terrace, Mandurah Mandurah Community Museum Featuring photographs, objects and information about our journey from our Aboriginal history through to the regional city we call home today! 3 Pinjarra Road, Mandurah Halls and sporting grounds We have great community facilities, active reserves, outdoor courts and fields for hire helping to build an active and connected community. Parks and reserves The City has a diverse range of beautiful parks, stunning foreshore areas and natural reserves to explore. You can also hire spaces in various parks, foreshores or reserves. Community development The City offers a number of vital services, facilities, events, programs, grants and scholarships to help boost our community. 14
CITY FACILITIES & SERVICES
Building and planning
Whether you are renovating, building, adding a pool,
starting a business or would like to comment on a
proposed development, the City is here to assist you.
Health services
We aim to protect the health of the community through
mosquito management, noise monitoring, food safety,
wastewater management, asbestos handling, derelict
properties and more.
Community safety
We work with the State and Federal governments, local
police, businesses, community groups and residents, to
build a more connected, safe and vibrant community.
Economic development
Revitalised community spaces, long-term job creation,
tourism and community empowerment are key for our
future. The City supports this from big picture planning to
‘grass roots’ activation.
15CITY KIDS
Keep your kids active and entertained with
our City Kids program.
We have heaps of free and low cost programs on offer
during school terms and holidays.
Find out more at mandurah.wa.gov.au/KidsActivities
AGES
0-4
AGES
5-11
AGES
12-17
16HOW TO READ YOUR RATES NOTICE
See inside back cover for FAQ
Assessment
ABN: 43 188 356 365
number
FIRST & FINAL NOTICE 3 Peel Street, Mandurah
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 30 JUNE 2019 PO Box 210, Mandurah WA 6210
Telephone: (08) 9550 3777 • Facsimile: (08) 9550 3888
RATE NOTICE/ TAX INVOICE mandurah.wa.gov.au/rates
Property
council@mandurah.wa.gov.au
Office Hours 8:15am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
Issue Date:
address
SHOULD THE ASSESSMENT NO:
NAME OR Valuation:
ADDRESS
SHOWN BE Rate in $:
XXXX
INCORRECT
PLEASE ADVISE Minimum Rate:
THE CITY
Rate Category: DUE DATE:
ACCORDINGLY
Penalty Rate:
XX XX XXXX
To apply for a Rate and ESL Rebate phone 1300 659 951 ESL Valuation:
ESL Rate in $: Should you have any questions
PROPERTY ADDRESS Rate payer information, refer to or queries specifically regarding
title of ownership. Prop Use & Cat: your valuation, please go to
landgate.wa.gov.au or phone
Ward:
Rates due
(08) 9273 7373 and quote your
VE Number: VE number shown to the left.
date
RATES AND CHARGES DUE
Rating
charges $XXX.XX
$XX.XX
including
$XXX.XX
pensioner/
senior $XXX.XX
Rates
TOTAL DUE
rebate,
Please note that payment arrangements must be renewed each year.
PAYMENT OPTIONS DUE DATES AMOUNTS
$XXX.XX
Payable
if applicable $XX.XX
$XXX.XX
Failure to pay this assessment by the due date may result in recovery action and levy of a $120 recovery fee, plus interest of 7.00% which will accrue daily.
Payment
information
WAYS TO PAY YOUR ACCOUNT ONLINE
Instalment Problem paying? Consider paying your
rates and charges by Rates Smoothing.
Arrangements can be made to catch up on
outstanding balances. Contact the rates
Pay by credit card at mandurah.wa.gov.au/rates
or postbillpay.com.au
Biller Code:
Ref:
payment
MAIL Bpay® this payment via Internet or phone banking.
team on (08) 9550 3777 to apply for this
Detach slip and make cheque payable to: Bpay View® - view and pay this bill using internet banking.
arrangement.
CITY OF MANDURAH, PO Box 210, Mandurah WA 6210 Bpay View Registration No:
* Daily BPAY limit $10,000
options
To qualify for instalments the EXACT AMOUNT TELEPHONE
shown on your notice must be received in one Phone 13 18 16, POSTbillpay 24 hours a day
payment by 24 August 2018.
IN PERSON
Billpay Code: Pay at any Post Office with cash, cheque, debit card,
Ref No: MasterCard or Visa or at Council, 3 Peel St, Mandurah and SEE OVER FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
Falcon eLibrary & Community Centre, Cnr Flavia St, Falcon Please see over/attached for additional information and default consequences
Waste
GENERAL WASTE VOUCHER
GENERAL WASTE VOUCHER
2018/19 WASTE VOUCHERS
Vouchers
Voucher to be detached by gate attendant
Voucher to be detached by gate attendant
GREEN WASTE VOUCHER
GREEN WASTE VOUCHER
Voucher to be detached by gate attendant
Voucher to be detached by gate attendant
The City of Mandurah provides each eligible premises with 2 green waste and 2 general waste
vouchers for 2018/19.
Each voucher entitles the holder to dispose of up to one cubic metre of green waste or general
waste, from their own premises, free of charge at the Mandurah Waste Management Centre
for cars, utilities or trailers. (keep them
in a safe
Vouchers are not accepted for the disposal of waste from large trucks and
removalist vans. The standard gate fees will apply in these instances.
Voucher valid until
Voucher valid until
Voucher valid until
Voucher valid until
31 August 2019
31 August 2019
31 August 2019
31 August 2019
Each voucher is individually bar coded and contains specific information about your property.
place)
A valid voucher must be produced to the gate attendant at the time of disposal in order to
obtain free entry. Vouchers are not transferable or redeemable for cash.
The vouchers are valid for the 2018/19 period only and expire on 31 August 2019.
For more information see
the back of your rates notice
Emergency Services Levy (ESL)
The Emergency Services Levy (ESL) charge which appears
on your rates notice represents an important contribution
to assist our full-time and volunteer Fire Services and State
Emergency Services. The ESL is not a Council charge but
is collected by Local Governments on behalf of the State
Government. If you have any enquiries relating to the levy,
please contact the Fire and Emergency Services Authority on
1300 136 099 or visit their website at dfes.wa.gov.au.HOW TO PAY
There are many ways to make paying
your rates easier
BPAY
Pay your rates by BPAY via internet or phone
banking. Refer to your rates notice for your BPAY
reference number.
Internet
You can pay your rates online at mandurah.wa.gov.
au/rates
Australia Post
Payment is accepted at all Australia Post offices in the
state. Payment must be made by the due date and
the notice presented intact at time of payment.
Telephone | Australia Post Bill Pay
Payment can be made by credit card by phoning
13 18 16, 24 hours a day, every day.
Mail
Cheques or money orders should be made payable
to City Of Mandurah and posted to City of
Mandurah, PO Box 210, Mandurah WA 6210.
When paying by mail please ensure you detach the
‘ways to pay your account’ slip and include it in the
envelope.
Pay in person
Payments can be made by credit card, cheque or
cash. The rates notice should be presented intact
when making a payment.
Monday - Friday (excluding Public Holidays)
City of Mandurah Administration Building
8:15am-4:30pm
Falcon eLibrary and Community Centre 9am-5pm
i Payment Arrangement
If you are having trouble paying your rates in full
or in instalments you can apply for a payment
arrangement. The outstanding balance is then paid
on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payments
must cover the amount of the rates as well as
applicable interest and administration fees.
For full details visit mandurah.wa.gov.au/ratesHOW TO PAY: INSTALMENT OPTIONS
You have the option of paying your rates in a number of
instalment options.
OPTION 1: Pay your rates in full
OPTION 2: Two instalments | Pay your rates in two
instalments, four months apart.
OPTION 3: Four instalments | Pay your rates in four
instalments, two months apart.
To find out payment due dates see website.
Important Note: To ensure you are correctly
identified as paying by instalment option 2 or 3
please pay the exact amount shown on the rates
notice in one payment by the due date. If the
instalment amount exceeds the daily limit please
phone the Rates Team on 9550 3745.
Rates Smoothing (formerly equal instalments)
The City of Mandurah offers an alternative way to pay your
rates. Rates Smoothing is paid by direct debit on a weekly,
fortnightly or monthly basis. This is a pre-paid method that
commences in April. There are no additional fees incurred
when paying by Rates Smoothing.
To find out more visit mandurah.wa.gov.au/rates
eRates available
We know everyone likes to receive information
(including their bills) in different ways
POST EMAIL BPAY VIEW
For more information visit mandurah.wa.gov.au/rates
and find out how to receive your rates notice electronically
19RECEIVE YOUR RATES ELECTRONICALLY
Register for eRates
You now have the option of receiving your property rates
via email, rather than by post.
Registering is easy:
1. Visit erateswa.com/mandurah
2. Enter your details, including your assessment number,
which can be found on your rates notice
3. Submit the form
Register for BPAY View®
Say goodbye to paper bills! Register for BPAY View® and
receive, pay and store your rate notices in your online
banking.
Sign up today in three simple steps...
1. Log into your online banking account
2. Look for the BPAY View® or View Bills section
3. Register to receive your City of Mandurah rate notice
by entering:
• the Biller Code;
• your BPAY reference number as shown in the
payments option area of your rate notice; and
• your name exactly as it appears in the first
line from the address block on your rate notice
20Sign up now to
receive your rates
electronically
Sign up now!
• It’s easy and convenient
• It’s environmentally friendly
• Never miss your rates notice with our free SMS
notification
• Rates are delivered straight to your inbox or bank
account – great if you’re on the move
For more information visit mandurah.wa.gov.au
21WASTE COLLECTION
Did you know last year we collected:
1,816,885
Household refuse bins
814,650
Household recycling bins
Understanding the refuse rate
Each residential premises is charged the standard refuse
rate which entitles them to the following suite of waste
management services:
• Weekly 240L kerbside refuse collection service
• Fortnightly 240L kerbside co-mingled recycling collection
service
• Two green waste verge collections per year
• One junk and metals verge collection per year
• Four vouchers providing free access to the Waste
Management Centre – two green waste and two
general waste
GENERAL WASTE VOUCHER
GENERAL WASTE VOUCHER
2018/19 WASTE VOUCHERS
Voucher to be detached by gate attendant
Voucher to be detached by gate attendant
GREEN WASTE VOUCHER
GREEN WASTE VOUCHER
Voucher to be detached by gate attendant
Voucher to be detached by gate attendant
The City of Mandurah provides each eligible premises with 2 green waste and 2 general waste
vouchers for 2018/19.
Each voucher entitles the holder to dispose of up to one cubic metre of green waste or general
waste, from their own premises, free of charge at the Mandurah Waste Management Centre
for cars, utilities or trailers.
Vouchers are not accepted for the disposal of waste from large trucks and
removalist vans. The standard gate fees will apply in these instances.
Voucher valid until
Voucher valid until
Voucher valid until
Voucher valid until
31 August 2019
31 August 2019
31 August 2019
31 August 2019
Each voucher is individually bar coded and contains specific information about your property.
A valid voucher must be produced to the gate attendant at the time of disposal in order to
obtain free entry. Vouchers are not transferable or redeemable for cash.
The vouchers are valid for the 2018/19 period only and expire on 31 August 2019.
Vouchers included at the bottom of the Rates Notice are
valid from 1 September 2018 to 31 August 2019.
Lets aim for 4%
We are already leaders in recycling but with the recent
changes to the global recycling industry it’s now more
important than ever to recycle. Not only is it great for our
environment, it also helps reduce processing costs.
We currently achieve about 6.5% contamination.
Lets aim to reduce it to 4%. For recycling tips and
information, visit mandurah.wa.gov.auVERGE COLLECTION
Junk and Metal
Whitegoods Timber products
Electrical goods General junk
Furniture NOTE: Doors must be
detached from fridges and
Scrap metal
freezers.
Green waste Chemicals
Asbestos Medical/ Veterinary Waste
Fibre cement products Domestic Rubbish
Building waste Plate glass/shower screens
Car bodies, vehicle parts, No more than three cubic
tyres or batteries metres.
Paints
Please place bulk rubbish on your front verge in two
separate piles; junk and metal.
Green Waste
Tree branches Shrub prunings
General rubbish or metals Green waste more than
1500m in length or
Sand or soil materials
300mm in diameter
Weeds and root materials
Waste in bags or boxes
Dug out lawn
No more than two
Leaves and lawn clippings cubic metres.
Please do not:
Obstruct footpaths
Place waste near obstructions like water meters, light
poles, walls, trees, etc
Place waste inside your property line
Place waste on other verges, as it will not be collected
23VERGE COLLECTION
MADORA BAY
LAKELANDS
AREA 2
SAN REMO AREA 5
N AREA 1 SILVER
SANDS
MEADOW
SPRINGS
PARKLANDS
GORDON RD
MANDURAH TCE LAKES RD
AREA 8 MARINA MANDURAH RD
AREA 6
HALLS CENTRAL
HEAD
AREA 7
DUDLEY GREENFIELDS
PEELWOOD PDE
PARK
PINJARRA RD
AREA 9
AREA 4
VANESSA RD COODANUP
ERSKINE
FALCON AREA 3
AREA 10 AREA 11
OLD COAST RD
WANNANUP
Verge Collection
DAWESVILLE What you need to know
CHANNEL
MELROS
• Waste must be placed
AREA 12
on the front verge by
DAWESVILLE FERNWOOD RD 6am
TIMS THICKET RD
• No more than 7 days
prior to collection
AREA 13
• Waste must not
exceed 1.5m wide or
BOUVARD 1.2m high
OLD COAST RD
LAKE CLIFTON
HERRON
Infringements may be issued to premises where waste
is placed on the verge more than seven days prior to
the collection start date, or after the truck has passed.
24VERGE COLLECTION DATES
Green Junk and Green
Collection
Waste Verge Metals Verge Waste Verge
Areas
Collection One Collection Collection Two
1 - 6 Oct 4 - 9 Feb 13 - 18 May
Area 1 2018 2019 2019
8 - 13 Oct 11 - 16 Feb 20 - 25 May
Area 2 2018 2019 2019
15 - 20 Oct 18 - 23 Feb 20 - 25 May
Area 3 2018 2019 2019
15 - 20 Oct 25 Feb - 2 Mar 27 May - 1 Jun
Area 4 2018 2019 2019
22 - 27 Oct 4 - 9 Mar 3 - 8 Jun
Area 5 2018 2019 2019
29 Oct - 3 Nov 11 - 16 Mar 10 - 15 Jun
Area 6 2018 2019 2019
29 Oct - 3 Nov 18 - 23 Mar 17 - 22 Jun
Area 7 2018 2019 2019
5 - 10 Nov 25 - 30 Mar 24 - 29 Jun
Area 8 2018 2019 2019
5 - 10 Nov 1 - 6 Apr 1 - 6 Jul
Area 9 2018 2019 2019
12 - 17 Nov 8 - 13 Apr 8 - 13 Jul
Area 10 2018 2019 2019
19 - 24 Nov 15 - 20 Apr 15 - 20 Jul
Area 11 2018 2019 2019
26 Nov - 1 Dec 22 - 27 Apr 22 - 27 July
Area 12 2018 2019 2019
3 - 8 Dec 29 Apr - 4 May 29 July - 3 Aug
Area 13 2018 2019 2019
25CAT AND DOG REGISTRATIONS Getting your pet microchipped is only half the process... You must also register your pet with the City of Mandurah. Registration help the City identify any future services or facilities. Did you know? 2,085 dogs were reported wandering in 2017/18. Register your pet to help us reunite them and prevent dog attacks. To find out more about registering your pet visit mandurah.wa.gov.au. 26
FIRST FIRE COMPLIANCE NOTICE
Preparing for fire is a with the provisions of
shared responsibility the Act and can enter
your property to inspect
The City of Mandurah firebreaks and/or anything
has a role in setting the they consider to be a fire
requirements for fire hazard.
preparation on properties
within its boundaries. Firebreak variations
Owners are encouraged If it is impractical to clear
to contact Ranger Services firebreaks or if natural
to discuss fire management features make firebreaks
measures in the lead up to unnecessary, you may
fire season, or seek further apply to the City by 1
information from the City’s November 2018 for an
website. alternative solution.
What is required? Fire Management
According to Section 33 Plans
of the Bush Fires Act 1954
you are required to carry Where an approved Fire
out fire prevention work Management Plan relates
on land you own. Work to a property, owners are
must be carried out by 17 required to fully comply
November 2018 or within with the requirements of
14 days of becoming the that approved plan.
owner, and maintained until It can happen to you
31 May 2019.
ALL properties within
Who can enter my Mandurah are subject
property? to ember attacks from
nearby fires. Preparing
Under section 14 of the your property can help to
Bush Fires Act 1954 a prevent damage and loss.
Bush Fire Control Officer is
appointed in accordance
Building Protection Zones (BPZ) are a low fuel area around
buildings to provide increased protection for the owner.
Moderate or Building
Extreme Hazard Hazard Separation Zone Protection
Zone
27REQUIREMENTS FOR PROPERTIES
Uncleared Cleared
Rural Land / Larger Blocks
Occupied or unoccupied land 2023m2 and over
When the area of land is 2023m2 and under the City of Mandurah Town
over, provide a trafficable mineral Planning Scheme No. 3, and on all
earth firebreak of 4 metres wide, with land 4000 m2 and over, south of the
a height clearance of 4.2 metres: eastern and western prolongation
• Inside all external boundaries on the of the northern boundary of reserve
property number R33139 located on William
•Surrounding all outbuildings erected Street, Dawesville are required to:
on the property
• Maintain a minimum 2 metre gap
• Surrounding haystacks, fuel storage between trees, shrubs and any
or other flammable materials. building or infrastructure
Building Protection Zones (BPZ) • Ensure that no trees overhang any
building or infrastructure.
Properties zoned rural residential
Uncleared Cleared
Urban Areas / Smaller Blocks
Occupied or Unoccupied Land less than 2023m2
• Have the entire property clear of • Ploughing, cultivating, scarifying
all flammable materials except for or chemical spraying, followed by
living standing trees slashing to 4cm or other approved
• Mowing, slashing, whipper snipping method by the City.
to a height of no more than 4 cm
NOTE: Properties with dense vegetation will also need to be thinned out
to reduce any significant fire risk, to the satisfaction of the City.
If you do not meet your responsibilities as a property owner, you
could be liable for a maximum penalty of $10,000 plus costs.
The City may access a property and undertake required work at the
expense of the owner.FIRE PREPAREDNESS TIMELINE
Ongoing maintenance is
MAR
required throughout the fire
season, this is the owners
responsibility.
FEB
Non-compliance means you
could be liable for a maximum
1 December penalty of $10,000 plus costs
2018 - 31
JAN
March 2019:
Prohibited
burning
period 17 November: Must be
DEC
compliant
Inspections commence
NOV
1 April - 30
November
2018: October - 17 November:
OCT
Restricted Contact the City for property
Burning pre-inspections.
Period
SEP
July - November: Undertake
fire preparation works
AUG
or engage services of a
contractor.
JUL
No burning permitted on blocks less than 4000m2.
Permit required for rural and residential blocks
4000m2 and over.
Visit mandurah.wa.gov.auPENSIONERS AND SENIORS CARD HOLDERS
Pensioner Rebate
Claim a rebate funded by the State Government of up to
50% off the current year’s rates limited to the amount $750
and 50% off the ESL. Rebate applicable to rates and ESL
only; all other charges are to be paid in full.
To be eligible for rebates under the Rates and Charges
(Rebates and Deferments) Act 1992, an applicant must:
• Be the owner and reside in the property on July 1 of
the rating year,
• Be a pensioner either:
• in receipt of a pension and hold a pensioner
concession card, or
• hold a state concession card, or
• hold both a Seniors Card issued by the Office of
Seniors Interests and a Commonwealth Seniors
Health Card,
• Be an owner or person with relevant interest Lease for
Life occupier and reside in the property on July 1 of the
rating year,
• Have registered entitlements with the Water
Corporation.
Payment of rates may also be deferred by eligible
concession card holders, however services (ie rubbish) must
be paid in full.
Seniors Rebate
Seniors who meet the eligibility criteria are entitled to claim
a rebate of up to 25% off the current year’s rates limited
to the amount of $100 and 25% off the ESL only. All other
charges are to be paid in full.
To be eligible for concessions under the Rates and Charges
(Rebates and Deferments) Act 1992, an applicant must:
• Be the owner and reside at the property on July 1 of
the rating year,
• Be a senior in possession of a State Seniors card issued
by the Office of Seniors Interests,
• Be an owner or person with relevant interest Lease for
Life occupier and reside in the property on July 1 of the
rating year,
• Have registered entitlements with the Water
Corporation.
A pro-rata rebate on Council rates and ESL to pensioners
and seniors may be available.
To obtain your rebate you must clear any outstanding
arrears. Please contact the City to make an arrangement.
30FAQS
What do my rates pay What are the other
for? charges on my rates bill?
Rates are used to build and Refuse/Waste
maintain the City’s beaches, A separate charge is levied
roads, parks, gardens, for your property’s rubbish
sporting facilities and to service for the year. This fee
operate a multitude of covers both your weekly
community services. household rubbish pick-up
Rates make up the majority plus your fortnightly recycling
of the City of Mandurah’s pick-up. This also includes
income and are essential to two green waste verge
its ability to provide services collections and one junk
to the community. collection per year.
When are my rates due? Swimming Pool Inspection
Rates are due 35 days from An annual swimming pool
the date of issue. inspection fee may appear
on your notice if you have
Do I get a reminder a swimming pool or spa.
when I pay by This covers the cost of one
instalments? compulsory pool barrier
Yes, you will receive inspection every four years
a reminder notice at your property.
approximately one month What should I do if I
prior to the due date. change my address?
Please advise us promptly
in writing of any changes
in your address. There is
an obligation for property
owners to ensure that the
City has the correct address
for service of notices.
Have a question?
mandurah.wa.gov.au
(08) 9550 3777
council@mandurah.wa.gov.au
31EVENTS CALENDAR
Australia Day
Jan
Lions Club breakfast and citizenship awards.
Mandurah Crab Fest
Celebrating Mandurah with live entertainment, Mar
local food and wine, cooking demos and more.
Youth Week
Mar -
A celebration of youth with activities for
Apr
everyone.
Stretch Arts Festival Mandurah
Live music, art markets, workshops, competitions May
and cultural performances.
Wearable Art Mandurah
Revolutionary works of art on the body from
Jun
Australia and beyond showcased through an
entertaining stage performance and exhibition.
NAIDOC
Community celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Jul
Strait Islander history, culture and achievements.
Mandurah Children’s Festival
Performances, workshops and activities for Oct
children of all ages.
National Seniors Week
Oct -
A celebration of seniors with activities for
Nov
everyone.
MyPark Grooves
Series of free Sunday afternoon events at four Nov
local parks during November.
Christmas Pageant
Colourful community floats designed by local Dec
groups, schools and businesses.
New Year’s Eve
Live entertainment, fireworks at 9pm and Dec
midnight, youth zone, food stalls.
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