Property owners in Clarence are typically required to pay rates. Rates are a tax on land, rather than a fee for  service, and are set and charged as per the Local Government Act 1993
When setting rates, we consider both the community’s demand for services and the capacity of ratepayers to pay. Rates fund the portion of …

Many properties in Clarence are not connected to a town sewerage system. If your property is not connected, all household wastewater must be treated and disposed of on your property.
This includes wastewater from toilets (blackwater), wastewater from showers, baths, basins and laundries (greywater) and kitchen wastewater.
Types of onsite wastewater systems
Common types of onsite wastewater management …

The Waste and Resource Recovery Voucher Program trial ended on 30 June 2026.All vouchers have now expired and can no longer be redeemed. More initiatives to help residents dispose of bulky items will be announced soon.
How to get your voucher
Eligible households were sent a letter or email with instructions about how