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Norfolk Island Government
Community Budget Update 2014–2015
Version Date: 19/12/2014
Chief Minis ter’s Mes sage
It is my duty and I am now pleased to be able to present this 2014/15 budget update to the Norfolk Island
community. The Norfolk Island Government works hard to deliver a vast array of services and projects and does
this in the knowledge that its financial position relies greatly on the support of the Commonwealth Government.
In 2014/15 the funding agreement with the Commonwealth Government will see the provision of up to $7.5
million, subject to certain milestones being achieved. This funding ensures that the Norfolk Island Government
budgeted expenses of $39.66 million for this financial year can be met. In partnership with the Commonwealth the
Norfolk Island Government continues to identify savings, review its costs and assess its revenues.
In this year’s budget, the Norfolk Island Government has committed over $3.5 million to the Norfolk Island Central
School, $0.87 million to the Norfolk Island Police Force, $1.87 million to the Norfolk Island Hospital Enterprise and
$1.32 million to the Norfolk Island Government Tourist Bureau. In addition, the Government is providing
$0.5 million to road maintenance and improvements, funds for ongoing Argentine Ant eradication, Psyllid
abatement, the establishment of an economic development office and staff, and contributions towards the
Commonwealth funded Cascade jetty and incinerator projects.
The budget attempts to benefit the whole community and ensures employment opportunities, the provision of
necessary services, as well as local spending while recognising the ongoing demands on household and business
budgets.
The budget is the outcome of much hard work by the Government particularly the Hon. Tim Sheridan, Minister for
Finance, and staff of the Administration, Hospital Enterprise and Government Tourist Bureau and I pass on my
sincere thanks to them.
I encourage all of you to read through this update to gain a clearer understanding of the operations of the Norfolk
Island Government and to raise any questions that you may have.
Hon. Lisle Snell, MLA, Chief Minister and Minister for Tourism – Telephone Int. +6723 - 22003
Chief Execu tive Offic er ’s Mess age
The Administration aims to deliver a budget for the Government that meets the needs of the community and
demonstrates a commitment to sound financial management inclusive of longer term financial forecasting.
The challenge for the Administration is to reduce its reliance upon the Commonwealth for essential services
funding and to deliver on critical infrastructure for the community namely, the upgrades to the Cascade Jetty and
the implementation of improved waste disposal through the installation of a new waste incineration facility.
Keeping up with the cost of maintaining and renewing infrastructure poses enormous challenges as does meeting
existing loan commitments.
Following the release of the Deloitte Access Economics report, the business activities of the Government will
become a key focus with strengthened governance and corporate requirements as well as operational changes.
Considerable effort has been made to ensure that accounting concerns as raised by the Australian National Audit
Office have been addressed, that risk and accountability are key considerations within the Administration, and that
funding agreement milestones within the Roadmap process are being achieved.
The Audit Committee is working well and has developed a thorough Audit Plan for 2015. A range of new policies
have been adopted for internal use including Asset Management, Financial Management Information System
Access, Conflict of Interest- declaration of personal and financial interests, and Fraud and Corruption Risk
Management. Access these policies at http://norfolkisland.gov.nf/foi/Administration%20of%20NI/CEO/APGs/
A major change for 2014/15 will be the introduction of municipal property rating. The municipal rating will
necessitate the owners of all portions receiving a rates notice. The Administration has written to all owners in
recent months where names and address details in our Accounts records do not match those in Land Titles to
ensure that all ownership details are correct. Should you wish to check that your information is current, please
contact Registry on 22001 Ext 4. Further details on the introduction of municipal rates are included in this update.
I would also encourage any member of the community with enquiries on the budget or other matters to contact
the Administration on 22001 or to [email protected]
Jon Gibbons, Chief Executive Officer – Telephone Int. +6723 - 22001
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Community Budget Update 2014–2015
Norfolk Island Government ~ Income & Expenses –
Federal / State / Loc al Government & Businesses :
This graph below classifies the Norfolk Island Government’s activities on the basis of whether the expense in
providing the materials or services, or the revenue generated from the materials or services would generally be
regarded as a commonwealth government function, a state government function, a local government function or a
commercial business function.
In some instances, there can be doubt as to the identification of the exact categorisation into which a specific
function is placed and many could argue for the function to be placed into another functional area. The graph is for
demonstration purposes only. The graph is based on the breakdown of a balanced budget and includes the $7.5
million essential services funding from the Commonwealth Government.
The excess or deficit values of income versus expenses in this format are:
 Federal functions
$2,721,523
 State functions
-$1,056,574
 Local Government
-$5,327,995
$25,000,000
 Government Businesses
$3,861,072
Income
Expenses
$20,000,000
$15,000,000
$10,000,000
$5,000,000
$0
Federal Functions
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Customs
Immigration
GST
Healthcare (not
including levies)
Welfare/Social
Services
Quarantine
Fisheries
Census
KAVHA
Fire Service
Philatelic Bureau
State Functions
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Legislative
Assembly
Education
Police
Land titles
Courts & Fines
Vehicle
Registration
Licences
Stamp Duty
Workers
Compensation
Forestry/Reserves
Conservation
Fire Service
Companies
Hospital
Local Govt Functions
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Airport
Water Assurance
Waste
Management
Museums
Tourist Bureau
Roads
Planning
Pasturage
Dog Licences
Internal Auditing
Library
Government Businesses
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Post Office
Electricity supply
Electrictiy
reticulation
Broadcasting
Telecommunications
Lighterage service
Sale of Rock
Gaming
Timber Treatment
Liquor Sales
Trial of Fifteen
Fuel Supply
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Community Budget Update 2014–2015
Norfolk Island Government ~ 2014/15 Budget Highlights:
The Norfolk Island Government INCOME budget at a glance. Where the Budget Funds come from…
Other Income
7%
Govt Business Activity
Commonwealth Subsidy
18%
Hospital
Govt Business Activity
49%
Cwlth Grant KAVHA
Import Duty
GST
16%
GST
Cwlth Subsidy
Import Duty
3%
Commonwealth Grant KAVHA
1%
Hospital
6%
Other Income
Note: Other Income (7%) consists of income from: Gaming - $470K; Vehicle Registrations / Licences - $530K; Other
Taxes, Levies, Registrations and Permits; and Sundry Income - $323K
The Norfolk Island Government EXPENSES budget at a glance. Where the Budget Funds will be spent…
Customs/Border
Administration
Protection
Overheads
2%
Corporate Overheads
9%
10%
NIGTB
4%
Social Services
7%
Govt Business Activity
Hospital
KAVHA
Govt Business Activity
43%
Education
Capital
Education
9%
Capital
3%
Social Services
Hospital
11%
NIGTB
Customs/Border Protection
KAVHA
2%
Corporate Overheads
Administration Overheads
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Community Budget Update 2014–2015
Snapshots of INCOME and EXPENSES for the Administration of Norfolk Island
2014/15:
The following snapshots include specific income and expense for the Administration of Norfolk Island. For specific
income and expenses for the Norfolk Island Hospital, KAVHA and/or Norfolk Island Government Tourist Bureau
refer elsewhere in this update.
ANI INCOME Snapshots:
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Absentee Land Owners levy
Company Registration fees
Court fees and fines
Electricity Supply charges
Fire Service – Community Safety services
Gaming receipts
Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Import duties
Interest from investments
Land Title fees
Liquor Bond sales
Municipal rates
Museum Entry fees
Museum Play – ‘Trial of Fifteen’
Norfolk Island Airport – Landing fees and charges
Norfolk Telecom – Landline, Mobile phone and Internet
Pasturage and Dog Registration fees
Planning Application fees
Rents – Norfolk Island Administration properties
Sale of Rock
Sale of Stamps
Tanalith Plant charges
Tattersall’s commission
Water Assurance charges
ANI EXPENSES Snapshots:
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Administration Staff training and development
Argentine Ants Eradication Program
Asbestos Waste - shipment overseas
Australian National Audit Office fees
Commonwealth Parliamentary Association membership
Custodial costs – in Australia
Education
Education - Bursaries and scholarships
Ex-gratia payments
Gaming
Insurance premiums
KAVHA contribution – Maintenance and Interpretation
Library books and periodicals
Magistrates, courts and tribunals
Philatelic stamp production and distribution
Psyllids abatement program
Radio Station
Satellite connectivity- Telecom N.Z. and O3b
Social Services – Pensions
Social Services – Benefits
Special constables and gaolers
Tourist accommodation grading
Valuer General and Land Valuers
Water Assurance Scheme- water quality monitoring
Income 2014/15
$150,000
$85,000
$25,000
$3,525,000
$50,000
$470,000
$6,600,000
$1,030,000
$70,000
$400,000
$3,120,000
$250,000
$130,000
$31,200
$1,622,000
$3,464,000
$45,000
$11,000
$75,000
$30,000
$88,000
$50,000
$140,000
$453,000
Expense 2014/15
$143,150
$100,000
$166,850
$154,500
$20,000
$160,000
$3,876,000
$25,249
$14,000
59,140
$582,180
$300,000
$9,220
$80,000
$52,000
$171,000
$171,000
$749,000
$1,700,000
$1,048,319
$146,000
$19,760
$200,000
$15,000
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Community Budget Update 2014–2015
Service delivery areas within the Administration of Norfolk Island 2013/14 and 2014/15:
Services Delivery by Section
2013-14
Revenues
Corporate Services provide organisational support services including the Chief
Executive’s Office, Finance, Human Resources, Legal Services and Internal
Auditing includes revenue from GST, customs duties, vehicle registrations, land
titles, municipal rates, gaming receipts etc
Information Technology manages electronic information systems, data
security, hardware/software purchases, accessibility and functionality for the
Administration and Government entities at multiple sites.
Norfolk Island Customs & Immigration manage the security and integrity of
Norfolk Island’s borders and the authorised entry, registration and immigration
services for Norfolk Island.
Business Services encompass Post Office, Philatelic Bureau and Liquor Bond.
These entities are responsible for:
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receipt and delivery of local and international mail.
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production and distribution of Norfolk Island stamps
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importation and sale of liquor products to consumers
Norfolk Island Central School provides a New South Wales Department of
Education & Communities curriculum from Kindergarten to Year 12. Teachers
are engaged on secondment from the NSW DEC and are supported by locally
engaged assistants and auxiliary staff.
Community Services includes Courts, Registry, Land Titles, Companies, Tourism
Accommodation, Social Services, Museums and the Public Library.
Public Works is a multi-functional department responsible for: sale of rock,
Lighterage services, stores, mechanical, roads, grounds and building
maintenance.
Land Use & Environment includes planning, building and environment, waste
management, reserves and conservation, forestry plantations, timber
treatment plant, cemetery, livestock, noxious weeds, health/ quarantine and
water assurance.
Norfolk Island International Airport includes a primary and secondary runway,
airport terminal and terminal car park.
Norfolk Telecom provides the community with carrier grade
telecommunications services; land lines, mobile, internet and a local radio
station - VL2NI.
Norfolk Island Electricity (NIE) provides, supports and maintains power
generation and distribution infrastructure. NIE maintains network stability for
Administration assets/enterprises, including the Hospital, Airport and Fire
services. Includes revenue and expenditure from Norfolk Energy fuel
importation.
N.I. Fire Service, Aviation Rescue and Emergency Management are
responsible for:
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prevention and mitigation of fires
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international aviation rescue and firefighting services
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Emergency prevention, preparedness, and response and recovery
arrangements in emergency or disaster situations.
Norfolk Island Police are the principle law enforcement agency with
responsibility for community policing, critical incident coordination, search and
rescue and custodial operations and other regulatory services.
Norfolk Island Legislative Assembly governs under the provisions of the
Norfolk Island Act 1979 (Commonwealth), which established a 9-member
Legislative Assembly elected every three years.
GST Office is responsible for the administration of Norfolk Island’s Goods and
Services Tax Act 2007. (Revenue excludes GST)
Total
2013-14
Expenses
2014-15
Revenues
2014-15
Expenses
10,951,140
6,289,369
10,402,200
7,045,703
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504,975
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935,819
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513,899
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566,338
3,847,955
2,908,373
3,537,104
2,873,542
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3,221,491
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3,516,355
185,850
3,172,743
206,200
4,376,124
410,871
1,680,620
362,800
2,531,435
790,980
958,874
792,800
1,652,117
1,707,311
700,936
1,622,300
553,494
3,493,431
2,198,067
3,501,000
2,338,150
7,180,199
6,786,264
8,282,465
7,668,447
64,657
493,230
50,000
468,742
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792,016
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867,761
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683,281
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694,942
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96,124
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166,010
28,632,394
31,000,262
28,756,869
36,254,979
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Community Budget Update 2014–2015
ANI’s Capital Projects for this Financial Year :
Cascade Jetty project – Geotechnical Surveys
Financial Management Information System replacement
Equipment and Plant – replacement or major overhaul
Information Technology hardware replacement
Bi-directional electricity meters
High temperature incinerator – installation of shed, ancillary equipment
New Lighter
Tanalith Plant – new water tank and ancillaries
Office relocations and improvement
NI Central School – toilet block, music room, furniture and fittings
Other
Total Capital Budget 2014 - 2015
400,000
490,000
156,000
115,000
100,000
130,000
80,000
10,000
65,000
59,240
4,000
$1,609,240
Roads Program for 2 014/ 15:
Proposed Date of
Works
Ongoing Patching work
Hibiscus Drive
Hemus Road (380 m)
Anson Bay Road (200 m)
Taylors Rd from the Village to Channer’s Corner
Total Roads Budget 2014 - 2015
Oct - Nov 2014
Dec - Jan 2015
Feb - Mar 2015
Apr – Jun 2015
Budgeted Expense
$100,000
$30,000
$30,000
$90,000
$250,000
$500,000
The government has developed a 10 year program of road maintenance in determining which capital projects and
roads are included in the above program. The focus has been on support for essential service delivery, public
health and safety, high traffic roads, infrastructure used by tourists, replacing assets that have failed or are
considered to be at high risk of failure
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Community Budget Update 2014–2015
Kingston and Arthur’s Vale His toric Area (KAVHA) Budget Up date 2014/15 :
The Kingston and Arthur’s Vale Historic Area (KAVHA) is located on the southern side of Norfolk Island. KAVHA
contains extensive physical evidence of an outstanding convict settlement that spans the era of convict
transportation to Eastern Australia between 1788 and 1856.
KAVHA demonstrates the principal characteristics of a longstanding penal settlement in its physical layout,
governance arrangements, the management and control of convicts, and the functional arrangements associated
with settlement. It has substantial ruins, standing structures and archaeological sub-surface remains related to its
operation as a place of primary incarceration and early settlement and as a place of secondary punishment.
KAVHA is one of 11 historic sites that together form the Australian Convict Sites World Heritage Property. This
highly significant place is also included on the Australia’s National and Commonwealth Heritage lists.
The Australian Government and the Norfolk Island Government acknowledge their joint responsibility to ensure
the identification, protection, conservation, presentation and transmission to future generations of KAVHA’s
outstanding universal value under the World Heritage Convention.
2014-15 KAVHA Budget ($)
Item
Revenue
Subsidy received from the Commonwealth
Subsidy received from the NIG
Revenue from other sources
From Reserves
Total Revenue
Expenses
Salaries & wage expenses
Repairs & maintenance of restored buildings & structures
New stabilization works & Management Board costs
Interpretative works
Day-to-day maintenance, maintenance costs of interpretive works
& tourist facilities
Capital
Total Expenses
2013-14 Budget
2014-15 Budget
504,000
436,000
300,000
300,000
75,883
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52,000
150,000
$879,883
938,000
573,067
24,900
88,657
3,065
588,100
112,800
125,800
11,300
17,505
60,000
16,100
40,000
$723,294
$938,000
Kingston Arthurs Vale Historic Area – Telephone Int.+6723 - 22101
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Community Budget Update 2014–2015
Norfolk Island Hospital Enterprise Budget Up date 2014/15 :
The Norfolk Island Hospital Enterprise (NIHE) provides a health care service to the Norfolk Island community.
There is a twenty four bed hospital which includes twelve aged care beds, eleven acute care, one high dependency
and two haemodialysis chairs. The NIHE is currently striving to achieve full accreditation through the Australian
Council for Health Care Standards.
The NIHE provides a comprehensive range of medical, nursing and ancillary health service from the Norfolk Island
Hospital including:
 Primary health care provided by full time and locum General Practitioners and nursing staff
 Child health and ante-natal
 Home and community care (Aged care and disability services)
 24 hour accident, emergency care and acute inpatient care
 Medical pathology and radiology
 Mortuary
 Pharmacy
 Dental health care
 Access to specialist medical care provided by visiting Medical Officers and Allied Health Professionals
 Ambulance (with St John volunteers)
 Counselling
 Health promotion and School based health care
Similar to many other remote locations on the mainland, specialist services are not always available on Norfolk
Island. The NIHE funds visits by health specialists to Norfolk Island to provide services in gastroenterology,
urology, gynaecology, psychiatry, developmental paediatrics, podiatry and orthodontistry. Where it is not within
the capacity of NIHE to provide ongoing care to patients, transfer is arranged to an appropriate health facility
generally in New South Wales.
The Administration of Norfolk Island provides NIHE with an annual subsidy to assist with meeting the costs in
providing health services to the Norfolk Island community.
David McCowan, Hospital Director – Telephone Int. +6723 - 22091
2014-15 NIHE Budget ($)
Item
Revenue
Subsidy received from the ANI
1,900,000
1,900,000
General Income
1,317,212
1,241,250
616,526
545,000
180,000
13,000
Dispensary Income
Laboratory Income
Physiotherapy Income
X-Ray Income
Dental Income
Aged Care Income
2013-14
2014-15 Budget
182,010
85,242
124,040
448,312
80,000
72,300
508,000
4,673,342
4,539,550
Salaries and wage expenses
3,045,648
2,990,970
Operating expenses
General overhead expenses
1,031,244
1,207,530
341,050
Total Revenue
Expenses
481,137
4,558,029
Total Expenses
The Norfolk Island Hospital Enterprise has not made any provision for capital expenditure in 2014-15
4,539,550
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Community Budget Update 2014–2015
Norfolk Island Government Tourist Bureau Budget Update 2014/15 :
The Norfolk Island Government Tourist Bureau (NIGTB) is a Territory Authority whose role includes advice to
government, evaluation of tourism markets, stakeholder communication, strategic planning, promotions and
marketing, industry education and the island’s Visitor Information Centre.
The NIGTB works with overseas representation, media, Air New Zealand, travel providers, government agencies,
suppliers and community groups. The NIGTB is current working towards the outcomes outlines in the Norfolk Island
Tourism Strategic Plan 2013-2023.
The Visitors Information Centre is open 7 days a week to service the needs of visitors to Norfolk Island. It provides
Norfolk Island Tourism’s direct interface with visitors and has the key functions of providing information and advice
to visitors and prospective visitors, booking tours and attractions for visitors, providing information on shopping and
dining, and a small scale operation of retail sales of souvenirs and local crafts.
The Administration of Norfolk Island provides NIGTB with an annual subsidy to assist with meeting the costs in
providing tourism services for Norfolk Island.
Glen Buffett, General Manager – Telephone Int. +6723 - 23310
2014-15 NIGTB Budget ($)
Item
2013-14
Revenue
Subsidy received from the ANI
Retail sales (Visitor Information Centre)
Revenue from other sources
Total Revenue
1,280,200
48,038
26,086
1,354,324
1,315,200
62,030
42,670
1,419,900
312,803
78,314
976,919
8,058
1,376,094
340,763
100,500
973,637
5,000
Expenses
Salaries and wage expenses
Operating expenses
Marketing (Australia and New Zealand)
Capital expenses
2014-15 Budget
Total Expenses
1,419,900
The NIGTB has made a provision in its budget for minor capital expenditure associated with IT hardware replacement
for this FY to a total value of $5,000.
NIGTB has outlined the following major key outcomes for 2014-2015:
Destination Management • The implementation of the Norfolk Island Tourism Strategic Plan 2013-2023
• Implementation of the NIGTB Special Events policy
• The development of a visitor experience communication strategy
• The development of an online Travel Agent distribution education tool
• A process of continuous improvement to deliver internal policies and procedures outcomes in line with Audit
reports
Marketing • A consumer destination focused awareness campaign in the major ports of Australia
• Co-operatively funded sales campaigns with distribution channels for Air NZ Tactical sales programs in Australia
• Consistent market coverage for sales advertising in major Australian ports
• A consistent Australian Public relations program with Media famils and press releases
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Community Budget Update 2014–2015
• An increased level of co-operatively funded Travel Agent famils from Australia
• An integrated direct consumer/public relations brand awareness campaign in Auckland
• Co-operatively funded sales campaigns with distribution channels for Air NZ Tactical sales programs in New Zealand
• Consistent market coverage for sales advertising in New Zealand
• An increased level of co-operatively funded Travel Agent famils from New Zealand
• A supplier assisted Auckland Roadshow
• Introduction of niche family targeted product to sales and marketing programs
• Participation in the South Pacific Tourism Organisation 'Treasures' Australian regional roadshows
• Participation in the South Pacific Tourism Exchange
• The development of product, distribution and marketing for the Family, Heritage, Environment, LBG and Fishing
Niche Markets
• A process of continuous improvement to deliver internal policies and procedures outcomes in line with Audit
reports
At the Visitors Information Centre • Implementation of organisational capacity and skill development programs
• Providing of resources to the NIT Social media and On-line marketing strategy
• Provide for consistent and impartial advice for visitors to Norfolk Island
• Maintain and market the online and front desk booking facility for stakeholders
Telephone - Int. +6723 - 23310
Facsimile - Int. +6723 - 23109
NIGTB Website www.norfolkisland.com.au/
~ www.facebook.com/norfolkislandtourism
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Community Budget Update 2014–2015
Municipal Rating Up date for 2014/15 and 2015/16 :
The Norfolk Island Government prepares and administers various laws and regulations to help maintain and improve
services and facilities for the community. These services include community services, sporting facilities, parks and gardens,
public health, planning and environmental protection. The municipal rates that you will pay in 2015 will allow these
services to be funded.
The Government is progressing legislation to implement its municipal rating process with the legislation to include details
about discounts, payment processes and appeals. The amount of rates has not yet been set with each portion to be
charged on the basis of the category that applies to the portion (or parcel). Each portion of land will be included in one of
a number of categories for rating purposes with the Government deciding on the category based on the portion’s
characteristics and dominant land use.
The Administration is not allowed to simply divide the total rates required by the number of portions. If it was able to use
an average, the average would deliver a rate per portion of approximately $130. The Administration has therefore
undertaken modelling based on the use that the portion of land is put to and will shortly confirm these categories so that
all portion holders will be given an opportunity to consider and comment on the category allocated to each portion of
their land.
In 2014/15 the rates will be a levy based invoice and will be issued around February 2015. Draft rating categories and the
rates payable per category are shown below as a guide to all portion owners. These are not finalised and will be subject to
change. Further details will be released in the near future. A public meeting is also planned to enable the municipal rates
to be discussed and feedback obtained.
The draft rates payable per portion and the draft differential rating categories and sub-categories are set out below:
DRAFT Differential
Rating Category
DRAFT SubCategory
DRAFT Rates payable
per portion per
category
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Rural and Agricultural
Commercial/ Industrial
Commercial/ Industrial
Commercial/ Industrial
Commercial/ Industrial
Commercial/ Industrial
Tourist Accommodation
Tourist Accommodation
Tourist Accommodation
Tourist Accommodation
Tourist Accommodation
Tourist Accommodation
Tourist Accommodation
Tourist Accommodation
Tourist Accommodation
Charitable
Charitable
less than 0.1 Ha
0.1Ha - 0.5Ha
0.5Ha - 1.0Ha
1.0Ha - 5.0Ha
5.0Ha -20.0Ha
per portion
less than 0.1 Ha
0.1Ha - 0.5Ha
0.5Ha - 1.0Ha
1.0Ha - 5.0Ha
5.0Ha - 20.0 Ha
1 unit
2 units
3 units
4 units
5 units
6-10 units
11-20 units
21 - 49 units
over 50 units
Without liquor licence
With liquor licence
$100.00
$105.00
$115.00
$125.00
$130.00
$90.00
$130.00
$260.00
$390.00
$520.00
$650.00
$130.00
$245.00
$340.00
$415.00
$480.00
$605.00
$780.00
$955.00
$1,125.00
$45.00
$175.00
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Community Budget Update 2014–2015
Being a levy based rate in 2014/15, the valuation of the land is not taken into account. The rate will instead be a series of
levies that are collected to fund specific local government type functions. The levies will be utilised for the following areas
within the Government’s budget:
Rates Levy
for…
Public Places and
Cemetery
Tourism Related
Environment,
Planning and Health
Museums
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Examples of local government
services and facilities provided
Burnt Pine Beautification;
Parks and gardens,
Public amenities
Cemetery maintenance
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Marketing and promotion
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Town Planning
Environmental Health
Weed control
Reserve management and
improvements
Collection management and
conservation
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% of rates
raised
Total rates
levies raised
14%
$35,000
70%
$175,000
7%
$17,500
9%
$22,500
100%
$250,000
In 2015/16 and beyond, it is anticipated that the rates will be calculated using a system of land values. Specifically this
system will be based on the unimproved capital value (UCV) of the portion. In order to prepare for the valuation based
rates, a Valuer General and Valuers are currently being appointed with the valuation process likely to commence in early
2015. This timeframe will give portion holders the opportunity to comment on the value of their portion, prior to valuation
based rates notices then being issued around February 2016.
For further information on the model and municipal rates strategy for Norfolk Island please refer to the Government
website at http://www.norfolkisland.gov.nf/reports/Municipal%20Rates/
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