Budget 2024/25

Through the 2024/25 budget, the Shire delivers a range of services and projects, while also maintaining facilities and investing in the future.

During FY2024/25, we will invest:

• $10,997,741 in sport and recreation
• $6,358,021 in economic development and tourism
• $21,990,114 in roads, footpaths, bridges and drainage
• $1,519,659 in heritage, culture and events
• $3,064,353 in town planning and environmental protection
• $3,632,276 in health, welfare and community safety
• $4,850,549 in waste management

Did you know, rates only account for 50% of our revenue? Rates aren't enough to cover everything we do so we make up the gap by applying for grants and contributions. Our revenue breakdown is: 

• Rates: $21,507,214 (50%)
• Fees and charges: $7,896,819 (18%)
• Capital grants and contributions: $10,295,465 (24%)
• Operating grants and contributions: $1,688,629 (4%)
• Interest earnings: $1,300,216 (3%)
• Other revenue: $582,731 (1%)

View the full 2024/25 Budget

View our Budget and Rates brochure