Understanding Council Rates
काउन्सिल रेट बुझ्ने
Context: A new homeowner contacts their local council to understand their rates notice.
Officer
Thank you for calling. How can I help you?
मालिक
मैले पहिलोपटक काउन्सिल रेटको नोटिस पाएको छु तर बुझ्न गाह्रो भयो। कृपया बुझाइदिनुहोस्।
Officer
Of course. Council rates are a contribution towards local services like roads, parks, waste collection, and community facilities. Everyone who owns property pays them.
मालिक
मेरो रेट प्रति वर्ष दुई हजार डलर छ। त्यो कसरी गणना गरिन्छ?
Officer
Rates are calculated based on the unimproved land value of your property, which is assessed by the Valuer General. The rate in the dollar is set by the council each year.
मालिक
म किस्तामा तिर्न सक्छु?
Officer
Yes, you can pay quarterly. There are four instalments — in August, November, February, and May. You can also set up a direct debit.
मालिक
पेन्सनर हुनुभएमा छुट पाइन्छ?
Officer
Yes, eligible pensioners holding a Pensioner Concession Card receive a rates rebate from the state government. You'd need to apply with your card details.
मालिक
फोहोर उठाउने सेवा रेटमा समावेश छ?
Officer
Yes, your rates include a domestic waste management charge. You receive a red bin for general waste, yellow for recycling, and green for garden organics.
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