Payments
Rates direct debit (EasyPay)
If you're not already paying your rates by direct debit you can make life easier by making the switch.
Join rates EasyPay, a direct debit system that means your rates payments will automatically be deducted from the bank account you nominate. By switching to quarterly, monthly, fortnightly or weekly direct debit rates payments - choose the frequency that suits you best - you'll smooth your payments, save time and avoid any late penalty charges.
Each year your payments will be reviewed and any changes will be run by you. For your records, the rates invoices will continue to be sent out.
Pay by internet banking
You can make a payment using Internet banking or your banking app. We are listed as a registered payee with banks. Search for "Taupo District" in the payee list and select the relevant payment type, e.g. rates, parking, water, etc.
To ensure your payment is allocated to the correct account, please ensure you use the particulars, code and reference fields as specified on your invoice or notice.
Bank account name: Taupo District Council
Bank account number: BNZ 02-0428-0220004-00
Particulars: Use the particulars number shown on your invoice or notice
Code: Use the code number shown on your invoice or notice
Reference: Use the reference information shown on your invoice or notice
Swift code (for overseas payments): BKNZNZ 22
Pay by credit card online
Pay in person
You can call into your nearest customer service centre to pay by cash, credit card or EFTPOS.
Rates automatic payment
You can arrange an automatic payment from your bank account to us.
You will need to ensure the amount that you set it up for will clear your quarterly rates balance or you may incur a late payment penalty.
If you would like to set up automatic payments for your rates weekly, fortnightly or monthly give us a call on 07 3760899 and we will help you calculate how much you need to pay.
To start paying by automatic payment, simply fill in the automatic payment form and drop it into your bank.
