Properties & Rates

Rates in Alice Springs

Council rates are essential for funding the services and infrastructure that keep Alice Springs thriving. They contribute to:

Maintaining local roads and footpaths
Providing waste collection and recycling services
Operating libraries, parks, and recreational facilities
Supporting community programs and events

Approximately 78% of the Council's revenue comes from these rates, ensuring our town remains a great place to live, work, and visit. The current rates brochure is below.

2025/26 Rates Brochure

How are Rates Calculated?

Your annual rates are based on the Unimproved Capital Value (UCV) of your property, as determined by the NT Valuer-General. The calculation involves:

Multiplying the UCV by the Council's declared rate, or
Applying a minimum charge, whichever is higher.

Valuations are updated every three years, which may affect your rates. For valuation inquiries, please contact the Valuer-General’s Office.

Payment of Rates

Rates are payable in four installments throughout the financial year:

1st Installment: Friday, 5 September 2025
2nd Installment: Friday, 7 November 2025
3rd Installment: Friday, 6 February 2026
4th Installment: Friday, 10 April 2026

Alternatively, you can pay the full amount by the first due date.

If your rate payment is not received by the due date the account will be in arrears.

Penalties for late payment on the outstanding instalment will be calculated on a daily basis from the date on which the missed instalment was due until the date payment is made in full.

Penalties for late payments are charged at a set percentage per annum.

If you are having difficulty in making the required payment by the due date, please contact the Rates Office on
(08) 8950 0500.

Detailed information about this year’s rates is available in the Rates Declaration below.

2025/26 ASTC Rates Declaration

Early Bird Prize Draw

Pay your full annual rates by the first installment date, and you'll be automatically entered into our Early Bird Prize Draw. Ten lucky winners will receive a refund (excluding waste management charges) of their rates (up to $3,000).

Convenient Ways to Pay

Choose the payment method that suits you best:

Online: Pay your rates here
BPAY: Use the biller code and reference number on your rates notice.
BPAY View: Receive and pay your notices through your online banking. Learn more
In Person: Visit the Civic Centre at 93 Todd Street, Monday to Friday, 8 am – 5 pm.
By Mail: Send a cheque or money order to PO Box 1071, Alice Springs NT 0871.
By Phone: Call 1300 437 967 with your MasterCard or Visa details.
Direct Debit: Set up automatic payments by completing a Direct Debit Application Form.
Payroll Deduction: Available for NT Government employees and some organizations.

Need Assistance?

If you're experiencing financial difficulties, please contact our Rates Office at (08) 8950 0500 to discuss payment arrangements or hardship assistance.

Additional Information

Waste Vouchers: Each residential rates notice includes two complimentary waste drop-off vouchers for the Regional Waste Management Facility. Details here
Pensioner Concessions: Eligible aged pensioners may receive a concession on their rates. Contact the NT Concession & Recognition Unit at 1800 777 704 or email ntconcessionandrecognition@nt.gov.au for more information.

For comprehensive details, refer to our Rates Declaration 2025/26 and Municipal Plan 2025/26.

Notification of Managing Agent

If you are the principal ratepayer for a property within the municipality and you have instructed a real estate agent to manage your property on your behalf, you will need to complete this form to notify ASTC of the postal address of the agent so that all future rates correspondence can be sent directly to their office.

Notification of Managing Agent can be downloaded below.

Notification of Managing Agent Form

Change of Address

Avoid any problems by remembering to notify ASTC when changing your address.

The Local Government Act requires ratepayers to notify ASTC in writing of any change of mailing address within 28 days.

A penalty of $3,780 (20 penalty units) for not doing so may apply. The form can be found below.

Update Contact Details Form

Concession for Pensioners

Aged Pensioners are entitled to a concession on their rates.

Concessions for eligible pensioners are automatically included in their assessment on the rates notice.

Enquiries regarding your eligibility for pensioner concessions on rates and rebates for part-year eligibility should be directed to the Northern Territory Concession Scheme, please contact the NT Concession & Recognition Unit on 1800 777 704 or email to: ntconcessionandrecognition@nt.gov.au