Council would like to advise stakeholders that the Matthew Flinders (Marina) Bridge on Bryan Jordan Drive will be closed to vehicular and marine traffic on Friday, 3 April 2026, from 6.45am. Reopening from 11am.
Council offices (including Gladstone Region Pound) will be closed over the Easter weekend. Benaraby Landfill and our Transfer Stations will remain open. Bin collection will take place as normal on Good Friday and Easter Monday.
Published on 07 October 2025
Council is reminding ratepayers that the rates notice due date is approaching to take advantage of the discount period. Ratepayers have until Wednesday, 22 October 2025 to pay in full and to receive the 10 per cent discount on their rates. The following payment options are available: • BPAY: via your financial institution • Online: via Council’s Online Services portal from participating institutions • In Person: at Council offices or Australia Post • Direct Debit: monthly and lump sum options • Paying by instalments: options to pay weekly, fortnightly or monthly • Deductions: regular deductions from your Centrelink payment. Contact Centrelink and quote Council’s Centrepay reference number 555076313K. Payroll deductions may be offered by your employer. Contact your employer for further details. Please note: Full payment must be received by 22 October to be eligible for the 10 per cent discount. Visit www.gladstone.qld.gov.au/Living-Here/Residents/Rates/Payment-Options for further information on instalments or call Council on 4970 0700. Email info@gladstone.qld.gov.au to submit an application to pay rates by instalments, potentially avoiding interest charges. Please visit www.gladstone.qld.gov.au/financial-hardship if you are experiencing financial hardship or call Council on 4970 0700.