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Tenant News - December 2008

Contents

• Minister's message
• Director-General's message
• Training workshops for tenants across the state
• National rental affordability scheme
• Rent Connect - a new assistance service
• Discount card for carers
• Community Renewal helping employment prospects in Townsville
• New units in Stafford
• Plans for Queensland's future - Toward Q2
• Garden Awards a blooming success
• Your tenancy and the ongoing eligibility policy
• New policy and criteria for transfers
• Tips for paying rent over Christmas
• Do you receive Veterans' Affairs payments?
• Celebrate Queensland's 150th anniversary
• Prepare for the storm season
• South East Queensland water restrictions eased
• Tenant News goes audio
• Maintenance contact details
• Have your say

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Discount card for carers

In July 2008, the Carer Business Discount Card was launched for Queensland carers who receive the Centrelink Care Payment or the Carer Allowance.

The card, an initiative of the Department of Communities, will save users 5–10% off retail products and services from over 2,500 businesses.

Carers can apply for the card online or by calling 131 304.

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