- More than 310,000 WA seniors have shared in over $28 million Cost of Living Rebate payments
- Singles have received a payment of $104 and couples received a payment of $156
More than 310,000 Western Australian seniors have shared in over $28 million in direct financial assistance last month, thanks to the Cook Government's Cost of Living Rebate.
The Cost of Living Rebate is paid annually to WA Seniors Card members with singles receiving a payment of $104 and couples receiving $156 this year. The rebate was first launched in 2009 and has provided over $394 million in assistance to WA seniors.
The WA Seniors Card program provides members across the State with access to an average of $650 annually in total value for State Government concessions and more if seniors also hold a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card or Pensioner Concession Card.
Over 800 businesses continue to support the senior community by offering a discount in response to the cost of living. The hard copy WA Seniors Card 2023-24 Discount Directory was also recently released to members.
Applying for the WA Seniors Card is free of charge and it is available to Australian citizens or permanent residents aged over 65, who reside in WA and work less than 25 hours a week in paid employment.
Further details on eligibility, benefits and applications are available via the WA Seniors Card website at www.seniorscard.wa.gov.au
As stated by Seniors and Ageing Minister Don Punch:
"The WA Seniors Card Cost of Living Rebate provides vital funds directly to seniors.
"Western Australian Seniors Card members continue to have access to some of the most generous range of State Government concessions and rebates.
"This includes free off-peak public transport, and concessions on local government rates and water service charges.
"The Labor Government has also reinstated the Safety and Security Rebate, providing members a rebate of up to $400 after the purchase of an eligible home security or safety item."
