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The Av Connect Program makes information available on the understanding that we are not thereby engaged in rendering professional advice. We will make every reasonable effort to maintain current and accurate information. Users should carefully evaluate the accuracy, currency, completeness and relevance of this information for their purposes before relying on the material. Users should always obtain any appropriate professional advice relevant to their particular circumstances.
The Defence Home Ownership Assistance Scheme (DHOAS)
DHOAS is administered by the Department of Veterans' Affairs on behalf of the Department of Defence.
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The Scheme is aimed at improving ADF recruitment and retention. The longer you serve in the ADF, the more entitlement you accrue under DHOAS and the longer you can receive assistance. To be eligible, you must have completed a minimum qualifying period of effective service and accrued a service credit.
Vehicle Stamp Duty
Stamp duty is a payment that must be made to state and territory governments at the time of registration of any new or used vehicle in Australia. The actual amount of stamp duty that must be paid varies between states/territories but is always calculated based on the GST inclusive cost of the vehicle.
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In some states and territories, people including Veterans, may be eligible for an exemption from vehicle registration stamp duty where specific criteria are met.
The Defence Service Homes Insurance Scheme
(commonly referred to as DSH Insurance) provides home building insurance to all current and former members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) with at least one day of service regardless of their type of service. DSH Insurance also provides access to a range of other insurance products including, for example, contents, landlord and car insurance. These products are available to anyone in the Defence community.
Discounts for Carers
State orTerritory
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ACT Savings Finder | Service NSW
NSW Carers guide Savings Finder
Qld Carer Business Discount Card Concessions
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Army Amenities Fund
The AAF Company is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing the lives of Australian Army members, their families and community. They offer Holidays at discounted rates, and Army Grants and Loans which helps fund amenities and initiatives for Army units and associations. May offer discounts to Current and ex-serving personnel and families.
Defence Holidays NQ
Defence Holidays NQ works with a number of tour and accommodation providers around Australia to provide discounts to the following affiliations: Defence Force Personnel and their families, Former Serving members, Veterans, War Widows, Police & Emergency Services, Correction Officers and Defence Contracted Personnel, Defence Public Servants and International Allies.
KMART AUSTRALIA
Kmart’s Pensioner 5% Discount Day takes place on the first Wednesday of every month.
Available to Commonwealth Government Pensioner Concession Cards OR Commonwealth Government Department of Veterans Affairs Health Cards only. Any state or territory-issued Senior Card does not qualify.
Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme discount policy for all Emergency Personnel in uniform is a 50% discount on the full retail price of all doughnuts, to a maximum value of 4 Dozen. A 50% discount is applicable to all Emergency Personnel that is Fire, Paramedic, Police and Defence staff that are in uniform. A 10% discount is applicable to Emergency Personnel not in uniform upon presentation of valid ID. This discount applies to In-Store sales only and is not available for Online Orders.
Movies (Cinemas)
Limelight Cinemas in QLD at Ipswich, Tuggeranong and Morayfield, provide a discount:
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Government Issued Veterans Cards for concession prices.
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TPI Gold Cards for only one complimentary ticket (excludes The Lounge)
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Government Seniors Cards for Aged concession.
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Government Concession Cards for concession prices.
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Carers accompanying their client who hold a valid Government issued companion card are entitled to a complimentary admission with a paid concession ticket (excludes The Lounge & Special Events).
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Australia Wide: Event Cinemas may offer concessions and free tickets to Veterans similar to Limelight.
Please contact your local cinema direct.
Strike Property
ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
Strike Property's mission is to lay the foundations to build financial freedom through property for the Defence Community, their family, and their friends. Strike Property was founded by Dan Irwin and Dane Roche. They are both military veterans of whom hold Qualified Property Investment Adviser (QPIA®) accreditation .
Discounts - Australian Government
Commonwealth, State & Territory
Concessions for Veterans are mainly provided, and subjected to eligibility requirements, using your Department of Veterans’ Affairs issued Pensioner Concession Card (PCC), Gold Card–all conditions or White Card–Specific conditions).
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Some discounts provided in each State or Territory may include (not limited to):
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Transport concessions
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Motor Vehicle Registration
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Energy and property concessions
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Detailed information is provided via the below links.
NSW Concessions
The NSW Government is committed to ensuring our veterans, past and present, are honoured with dignity and respect. A range of programs, services and concessions is available for veterans and their families to help them transition from military to civilian life and to assist with the cost of living. Some services, programs and concessions are available to all veterans, while others are only available to veterans who meet specific requirements, such as holding a Gold Card embossed with Totally and Permanently Incapacitated (TPI) or Extreme Disability Adjustment (EDA).
QLD Concessions
Ex-Australian Defence Force personnel and veterans may be eligible for Queensland Government concessions to help ease cost of living pressures. Eligibility requirements apply (e.g. Department of Veterans’ Affairs issued Pensioner Concession Card (PCC), Gold Card–all conditions or White Card–Specific conditions).
