Rates discount for farm land

We will classify your property as farm land only if it is:

• Greater than 2 hectares in area.
• Operated, or intended to operate, as a primary production business that seeks to make a profit on a continuous or repetitive basis from its activities on the land and you can demonstrate proof of this.
• Used primarily and continuously for farming activity including:
• Grazing (and agistment) of farm animals - excludes recreational horses.
• Dairying – your business must be registered under the Health Act.
• Pig-farming – your business must be registered under the Health Act.
• Poultry-farming.
• Fish-farming - can include yabbies, fish for food or tropical fish for pet shops.
• Tree-farming, viticulture and fruit growing – you must prove that the trees or vines have been planted before submitting your application.
• Horticulture or crop-growing – you must provide proof of expenditure or sound agricultural development of the land with your application.
• Beekeeping.

How to apply for the farm land rate

The farm land rate application period is now open until 30 April 2024. Please check our guidelines and supporting documentation required, and click the link below to start your application.

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Farm Land Rate Guidelines

Download our Farm Land Rate Guidelines below.