Centrelink $1100 Cost of Living Payment South Australian households dealing with financial challenges are urged to apply for various cost-of-living concessions before the deadline on December 31, 2024.
Eligible households may receive up to $1,100 in assistance, aimed at easing the strain of rising living costs.
Centrelink Assistance for South Australian Households
The South Australian government offers several concessions to help residents manage their essential expenses These include:
- Cost of Living: Up to $255.60
- Energy: Up to $274.85
- Water: Up to $398.40
- Sewerage: Up to $162.20
- Medical Heating and Cooling: Up to $274.85
- Emergency Services Levy: Up to $46
In addition, over 400,000 Seniors Card holders receive free public transport.
Starting January 1, 2025, this benefit will extend to all individuals holding Centrelink Health Care Cards.
Additional Support for Families
Families can also benefit from initiatives aimed at reducing education and extracurricular expenses These include:
- Sports Voucher Program: Two $100 vouchers per child in 2025 to help cover extracurricular activity costs.
- School Subsidies: Doubling the materials and services charge subsidy to $200 per child for government school students starting in 2025.
Government Encouragement to Apply for Concessions
Human Services Minister Nat Cook emphasized the importance of these concessions for vulnerable households struggling with the cost-of-living crisis.
Cook highlighted that a quarter of South Australian households are already benefiting from these concessions but noted that many more could be eligible and have not yet applied.
She encouraged residents to check their eligibility and apply for the 2024-25 Cost of Living Concession before the December 31 deadline.
Applications can be submitted online or through the Concessions SA hotline.
Eligibility for Cost of Living Concessions
Eligibility for these concessions varies but generally includes households holding a qualifying concession card, receiving a Centrelink payment, or having a low income.
Qualifying concession cards include:
- Pensioner Concession Card
- Veteran Gold Card
- Low Income Health Care Card
- Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
Eligible Centrelink payments include:
- JobSeeker
- Youth Allowance
- Parenting Payment
- Special Benefit
- ABSTUDY
How to Apply for the Centrelink Cost of Living Payment
Applications can be made online via the official Concessions SA portal or by calling the Concessions SA hotline at 1800 307 758 to request an application form by post.
Residents are encouraged to act promptly to secure the support they are entitled to.
These programs reflect the South Australian government’s dedication to supporting its residents during tough economic times.
By offering targeted assistance, the government aims to reduce financial burdens on vulnerable households, helping them access essential services and maintain financial stability.