Concession card holders who source non-mains energy for their heating, cooking and hot water can apply for a concession to help cover their yearly energy costs.
What does this concession apply to?
Non-mains sources of energy:
- liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)
- firewood for domestic heating, cooking or hot water
- heating oil
- electricity accessed via an embedded network
- generator fuel.
Who can apply for the concession?
An account holder who holds one of the following eligible cards:
- Pensioner Concession Card
- Health Care Card
- Veterans' Affairs Gold Card
Are there other requirements for the concession?
Special conditions apply for firewood and generator fuel concessions. See the application form for more details.
How much is the concession?
The concession is paid annually based on the amount paid for each energy type in that year.
The rebate amounts for the 2023 calendar year are:
- $55 for spending from $100 to $318.99
- $168 for spending from $319 to $957.99
- $279 for spending from $958 to $1593.99
- $398 for spending from $1594 to $2274.99
- $509 for spending from $2275 to $2910.99
- $619 for spending $2911 and above.
A separate rebate is paid for each energy type used.
How do I apply for the concession?
Application forms are available by phoning the Concessions information line on 1800 658 521 (toll free), and may also be available from LPG suppliers, local councils and caravan park proprietors.
Applications for each year close on 31 December of the following year.
Applications must include copies of paid invoices or receipts.
Department staff will check your concession card details with Centrelink and provide the concession as a rebate.
For more information, phone the Concessions Information Line on 1800 658 521.