You must hold at least one of the following concession cards:
Telephone allowance
Telephone Allowance assists with the costs of maintaining a phone and home internet service. Centrelink and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs provide an indexed payment every three months. From 20 September 2008, the value of the payment increased to $23.00 per quarter. To qualify for the higher rate of $34.60 conditions do apply.
Eligibility
How to apply
The Allowance is included with the pension payment.
More information
For further information please visit the Centrelink website or call Centrelink on 13 23 00 or call the Department of Veteran's Affairs on 133 254 or visit their website.
Frequently asked questions
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How do I get my telephone allowance?
The allowance amount is automatically added to your pension payment. For further information please visit the Centrelink website or call Centrelink on 13 23 00 or call the Department of Veteran's Affairs on 133 254 or visit their website.