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Every State & Territory · Updated Regularly
Land sold by councils to recover unpaid rates, all in one place — across Australia's states and territories, sourced from official council notices and updated regularly.
We bring together land sales run by councils across Australia to recover overdue rates. Under each state's Local Government Act, a council can sell land after rates have been unpaid for a set period. The reserve price is usually based on the amount owed plus costs, or the land's value. Procedures, deposits, encumbrances and timeframes vary by state and council — always confirm the details in the official notice before bidding.
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A property owner falls behind on council rates, and the debt accrues interest and charges over time.
Learn moreAfter the statutory period, the council resolves to sell the land for overdue rates under the Local Government Act.
Learn moreThe property is advertised for public auction or tender, with a reserve based on the rates owed plus costs.
Learn moreThe highest bidder above the reserve secures the property. After settlement, the transfer is registered with the state Land Titles Office.
Learn moreIt's the minimum price a property can be sold for at a council rate sale. It's usually based on the rates and charges owed plus the costs of the sale, or the land's value — set under each state's Local Government Act. It is NOT market value — it's often only a fraction of it.
Generally yes — any individual or company can register and bid, subject to the deposit and registration requirements in the sale conditions. Always confirm the specific requirements with the council or its agent before you bid.
It depends on the state. In most states the owner can stop the sale by paying the overdue rates and costs in full before the auction. After the sale is completed and the transfer is registered, the owner generally cannot reclaim the land. Always check the specific sale conditions and the relevant Local Government Act.
Vacant land and blocks can usually be viewed from the street. For occupied properties, you generally can't inspect the interior without the occupant's permission. Always factor in the unknown condition of the interior when setting your maximum bid.