The amount they pay depends on the value of their land. The amount paid by the owner of a small house or flat will be much less than the amount paid by the owner of a large property or business. Another way Councils get money is by charging a fee for some of the services they provide for example Councils charge for collecting garbage. Some Councils charge you to dump rubbish at the tip or to swim in the Council pool. You must pay to have a building application approved and to register a dog.
Councils also get money from state and federal government.
This money is called grants. Sometimes, the Council can decide how it will spend the grant. At other times, the grant is for a specific purpose. For example, a road grant must be used for roadwork. Councils often borrow money for major projects.