Question

Will the Government be providing any services direct to households?

Answer

Yes. The Australian Government will provide some services to eligible households, for example, under the Household Assistance Scheme. The Scheme has commenced in Mildura/Sunraysia TV licence area in early 2010.

Potentially eligible households will be contacted by Centrelink and invited to test their eligibility. Eligible households who opt into the Scheme will be advised that a technician from a specified company will make an appointment to visit their home and install the necessary equipment free of charge.

You can find more information about the Household Assistance Scheme here