Appliances and furniture
If a client meets all qualifications, they can get an Advance Payment of Benefit for essential appliances and furniture. The items should be the most economical option to meet the client’s immediate and essential need.
Note fridges, fridge-freezers, freezers and washing machines (whiteware) are not included in the appliance category.
Quotes must be provided from new or second-hand retailers and must include details of the warrantee/guarantee for essential appliances.
An Advance Payment of Benefit cannot be approved to buy appliances or furniture through private sales.
As a guideline only, an Advance Payment of Benefit for appliances and furniture should not be more than $200.
Whiteware
Fridges, fridge-freezers, freezers and washing machines (whiteware) must be purchased from a preferred supplier at the rates set in the preferred supplier arrangement.
