New Age Pension Guide Released
13th October, 2008
Federal Member for Wide Bay, Warren Truss today released a new edition of his Age Pension Guide.Mr Truss said the Guide was extremely popular amongst pensioners because it explains as simply as possible the pensions that are available and outlines the eligibility criteria.
“The pension rules can be very confusing and complicated for many people. It is vital that people are able to access the latest information on the level of support they are entitled to receive. The Guide also provides people with information on how to access that support,” Mr Truss said.
“The Guide also provides information about a range of other issues relating to pensions, including deeming, the Pension Bonus Scheme, the Carer Payment and Allowance, as well as health and discount cards that are available to pensioners,” Mr Truss said.
Mr Truss said close to 1,000 copies of the guide have been mailed to Wide Bay pensioners within the last few days.
“People who have not received a guide are welcome to call my office for their copy. It is very widely read and popular.”
The Age Pension Guide is updated twice a year and is available free of charge and can be ordered by phoning 1300 301 968, 4121 2936 or through the website www.warrentruss.com.
