The Guides to Social Policy Law is a collection of publications designed to assist decision makers administering social policy law. The information contained in this publication is intended only as a guide to relevant legislation/policy. The information is accurate as at the date listed at the bottom of the page, but may be subject to change. To discuss individual circumstances please contact Services Australia.

9.4.1 Overview & history of the AoS scheme

Introduction

This section contains an overview of the current AoS scheme and major changes since 1 July 2004.

Last reviewed: 7 February 2022

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