Dorset - challenging the status quo

At Dorset we do things differently

We believe Councils should be efficient, should provide more value to ratepayers and can implement practical initiatives to stimulate and create an investment friendly environment.   Our philosophy is to keep rates and fees and charges the lowest in regional Australia, support business investment and make Council facilities free of charge to the community.

Did you know....

• rates on a typical house in Scottsdale are 30% lower than our Local Government neighbours at George Town and St Helens
• there have been no increases in Council fees and charges since 1 July 2015

• all Council buildings are free of charge to community groups
• all recreational facilities are free of charge to sporting groups
• entry to Council swimming pools is free of charge

• Council waives all approval fees for businesses
• Council doesn’t charge an annual food registration licence fee
• new small businesses receive rate rebates
• expanding businesses receive rate rebates

New Business Investment Assistance