Australian Government Bonus Payments

Household Stimulus Package

On 3 February 2009, the Australian Government announced a number of one-off bonuses for low and middle income households and individuals.  The bonuses were altered in the final legislation that passed through the House of Representatives and the Senate on 13 February 2009.  The bills received Royal Assent on 18 February 2009.

DVA information

The following links provided information about these bonuses:

Household Stimulus Package
Questions & Answers

Economic Security Strategy Payment

On 14 October 2008, the Australian Government announced a $10.4 billion Economic Security Strategy to strengthen the Australian economy and support Australian households.

DVA information

The following links provide information about this payment to members of the veteran community:
Minister’s Media Release (PDF 55Kb)
Overview

More information

The following links provide further information about the payment:
Prime Minister of Australia media release
Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA)
Centrelink
Family Assistance Office