WITH the school year halfway through, parents cannot escape the ever-growing costs that will continue until the child’s final year of school, whether it is high school, a TAFE qualification or a university degree.
The thought of finding money for school fees, camps, excursions and essential equipment while continuing to manage all the other household expenses may feel daunting, but the Saver Plus program can help.
For eligible participants, the Saver Plus program can teach you how to manage money while you save. Once you have completed the training, every dollar saved up to $500 will be matched.
To be eligible to participate, you need to be:
- 18 years or over
- Have a child at school, starting school next year, or be studying yourself
- Have a current Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card
- In receipt of an eligible Commonwealth social security benefit, allowance or payment.
- Have regular other income (you or your partner).
Saver Plus was developed by ANZ and the Brotherhood of St. Laurence and is delivered in partnership with The Smith Family and Berry Street Yooralla. It is funded by ANZ and the Department of Social Services. Apply now for the 2027 school year by visiting www.saverplus.org.au or contact Saver Plus on 1300 610 355 for more information.
