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1.1.A.20 Accruing member/ship (PBS)

Definition

For the purposes of PBS, accruing membership of the PBS refers to periods when a registered member is accruing a bonus period (1.1.B.80). As an accruing member, the person must pass the work test (1.1.P.120).

Act reference: SSAct section 92N Accruing membership

Last reviewed: 6 February 2023

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