Rates, which were mailed to land managers in mid-January, are a vital source of income for Local Land Services as they support the organisation’s biosecurity, emergency response and animal health work across NSW.

Work supported by rates includes:

·        supporting landholders to control pests and meet their legal obligations

·        animal health programs run by Local Land Services vets

·        biosecurity and surveillance programs which limit and prevent pest and disease incursions

·        supporting agriculture and animals during emergencies

·        supporting stock identification and traceability systems. 

South East Local Land Services General Manager, Anthony Marshall thanked the land managers that had already paid their rates while highlighting their importance.

“Rates are an essential part of a secure, productive and profitable landscape,” Anthony said.

“By paying rates, all land managers have access to technical experts, training and programs to help them manage their land and meet legal obligations.”

​For more information on rates head to www.lls.nsw.gov.au/annual-rates.