North West News
LIVING AWAY FROM HOME ALLOWANCE INCREASED FROM 2016
Secondary students who live away from home will receive more financial support in the new year.
The state government has announced a 40 per cent increase in the Living Away from Home Allowance, bringing it to a total of $2,000.
In addition, Year 11 and 12 students considered ‘isolated’ will be offered a one off payment of $460.
Northern Tablelands MP Adam Marshall says the allowance will continue to be means tested.
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