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5.1.7.120 APWS - current rates

Current rates

The current rate of APWS is $20.80 per fortnight.

Indexation

This rate is not indexed.

APWS payability

Payments are made fortnightly in arrears with the recipient's main payment.

Act reference: SSAct section 23(1)-'approved program of work for income support payment', section 28 Approved programs of work for income support payment

Policy reference: SS Guide 1.2.7.180 Approved program of work supplement (APWS) - description, 3.8.18 APWS - qualification and payability

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