From today, 5 million Australians on lower incomes who are struggling financially due to the coronavirus pandemic will receive cash payments as the Federal Government rolls out the second round of Economic Support Payments.
Commonwealth Seniors Health CardIf a person gets support through more than one scheme they won't be paid $750 twice, even though they qualify multiple ways.
Those on Youth Allowance and JobSeeker were given the first $750 payment earlier this year, but they are not eligible for the second round of support.We asked scientists what to do about the Victorian border. They had a surprising answer Minister for Social Services Anne Ruston said that's because they now receive the Coronavirus Supplement, which is an additional $550 on top of their fortnightly income support payment.
"This payment is providing additional support to eligible pensioners, families, veterans and concession card holders, who do not get the fortnightly Coronavirus Supplement as part of their current payment," she said.until the end of the month for othersThere is no paperwork to fill out because those that are eligible will get the money automatically.will only get the $750 payment when the tax office hasThe first payment cost the Commonwealth $5.
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