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8.3.3.40 Backdated start days - Austudy

Recipient reclaiming within 14 days

The start day for Austudy may be backdated to the day after the cancellation day for a recipient reclaiming within 14 days after being cancelled.

Act reference: SS(Admin)Act Schedule 2 clause 15 Certain persons subject to cancellation of Austudy, JSP, YA or SpB

Policy reference: SS Guide 3.1.2 Waiting & preclusion periods

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