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                    What your rates pay for

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                    Your rates help to to stimulate economic revitalisation, to provide support for our most vulnerable and to invest in projects that are city-shaping and create better long-term outcomes for Melburnians.

                    ​​​​​The Budget 2023-24 details what Council will deliver within the financial year and how these activities will be funded.

                    ​​The City of Melbourne’s $851 million Budget is big on delivery – providing essential services for the community now, while embracing Melbourne's new rhythm and investing for growth. Our Budget, alongside our Annual Plan, sets out the priorities and investments we will deliver for Melburnians during these challenging economic times. We’re focused on getting the basics right, while investing in key infrastructure and vital services that will boost confidence and ensure Melbourne remains a city that everyone can be proud of.

                    We know Melburnians are feeling the pressure of mortgage and rent stress and rising household bills – the rising cost of living has been front of mind through the development of this Budget. That’s why we will help ease the financial burden on households by absorbing a range of costs. We’re getting on with the things that matter most, to ensure our city is more inclusive, liveable and prosperous for everyone.

                    Key Budget facts:​​

                    • Total Budget: $851 million.
                    • $254.4 million infrastructure investment, creating up to 1000 new jobs.
                    • $60.9 million to make our city cleaner, safer and fairer.
                    • $51.5 million investment for a greener, more sustainable city. 
                    • $28.2 million for events, activations and festivals.
                    • $12.1 million to help boost and make it easier to do business.

                    Find out more about the Budget 2023–24.​​​​

                    Services provided by City of Melbourne​​

                    The City of Melbourne also provides a wid​e range of services for residents, ratepayers, businesses and visitors alike.

                    These diverse services include:

                    • parks and gardens 
                    • public health and safety 
                    • recreation and leisure 
                    • street cleaning and waste management 
                    • arts and cultural policy and programming 
                    • urban policy and design 
                    • international and national connections 
                    • arts participation and activation 
                    • business  
                    • city promotion and tourism 
                    • events 
                    • local laws compliance 
                    • visitor and resident information 
                    • research 
                    • building, development and planning 
                    • sustainable environmental management 
                    • property and assets 
                    • ​​community services.​

                    ​See a snapshot of your rates in action


                    Find our more about the Waste Charge.​​​​

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