Costs
Prices correct as of 20 September 2026
Rents are index linked to the pension. Rents are calculated on 78% of the pension payment plus government rental assistance.
With each pension increase (March and September) rents will be recalculated to be at 78% and tenantswill be advised of the new amount.
| Single Occupancy | Per fortnight | Per week |
|---|---|---|
| Base Pension Payment | 1,135.40 | 567.70 |
| 78% of pension = | 885.61 | 442.81 |
| plus govt. rental assistance | 223.80 | 111.90 |
| Cost of Rental | $ 1,109.41 | $ 554.71 |
| Balance of pension | 249.79 | 124.89 |
| + Pension supplement | 88.20 | 44.10 |
| + Clean Energy Supplement | 14.10 | 7.05 |
| Amount Retained | $ 352.09 | $ 176.04 |
Rental payments can be direct debited or cash/cheque paid fortnightly in advance. It is a requirement that a minimum of 2 weeks notice of intention to vacate is given.
A bond of $500 is payable either prior to moving in or in installments as agreed to.
Please Note
Starting July 1 2026, all new leases entered into will use the revised pricing of 85%
| Single Occupancy | Per fortnight | Per week |
|---|---|---|
| Base Pension Payment | 1,135.40 | 567.70 |
| 85% of pension = | 965.09 | 482.55 |
| plus govt. rental assistance | 223.80 | 111.90 |
| Cost of Rental | $ 1,188.89 | $ 594.45 |
| Balance of pension | 170.31 | 85.16 |
| + Pension supplement | 88.20 | 44.10 |
| + Clean Energy Supplement | 14.10 | 7.05 |
| Amount Retained | $ 272.61 | $ 136.31 |
Rental payments can be direct debited or cash/cheque paid fortnightly in advance. It is a requirement that a minimum of 2 weeks notice of intention to vacate is given.
A bond of $500 is payable either prior to moving in or in installments as agreed to.
