Household assistance scheme now open - digital TV

Eligible households across Southern and Central NSW, the ACT and the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area are encouraged to opt in to the Australian Government's Household Assistance Scheme (HAS). HAS is available to people receiving the maximum rate of the Age Pension, Disability Support Pension or Carer Payment, or the Department of Veterans' Affairs Service Pension or Income Support Supplement who do not have access to digital TV.

For more information regarding eligibility and timeframes visit the HAS page on the Digital Ready Website (see under Govt Assistance) or call the Digital Ready Information Line on 1800 20 10 13.