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Farmers, pensioners given rate relief under review

Farmers and pensioners have won rate relief from Bass Coast Shire Council, with owners of vacant land set to pay more.

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Published February 24, 2026

Farmers, pensioners given rate relief under review — Local farmer and mental health social worker Nikole Schellekens (left) and Surf Beach farmers Bill and Amanda Cleeland were strong advocates for a rate reduction.

Updated February 24, 2026 3:30 pm | 2 hours ago

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