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