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ICT Subsidy

Provides funding via the State Schools of Distance Education, to assist families with offsetting the cost of computer equipment and internet access for students enrolled in a State School of Distance Education. An annual payment of $250 is available to eligible students to assist with purchasing, replacing or upgrading computer hardware. An annual payment of $500 is available to eligible students to assist with provision of broadband internet access and download charges for the home classroom. Eligible students also receive access to free software licences.