More than 300,000 additional Australian Defence Force (ADF) members and veterans, including Reservists and Peacekeepers, will be able to access low cost home insurance through the Defence Service ³Ô¹ÏÍøÕ¾s Insurance.
Minister for Veterans and Defence Personnel Darren Chester said changes to eligibility will mean all current and former ADF members who have at least one days’ continuous service can access Defence Service ³Ô¹ÏÍøÕ¾s Insurance from 1 January 2020.
“The expansion of eligibility will assist in reducing the cost of living for ADF members, veterans, and their families and ensure those who have protected our interests will have peace of mind knowing their homes are protected,” Mr Chester said.
“This is particularly important for those ADF members and veterans in regional Australia and areas at high risk of cyclones and other natural catastrophes, such as northern Australia.
“As a Government, we are committed to putting veterans and their families first and the changes passed through Parliament today delivers on that commitment, providing a real benefit for a key cost-of-living expense.”
For the last 100 years, Defence Service ³Ô¹ÏÍøÕ¾s Insurance has provided affordable home insurance to eligible ADF members and veterans, and the amendments to the Defence Service ³Ô¹ÏÍøÕ¾s Act 1918 closes existing gaps in eligibility.
The home insurance offered through Defence Service ³Ô¹ÏÍøÕ¾s Insurance is comprehensive with economical premiums and includes a range of benefits such as no excess, accidental damage, and fusion of motor cover at no additional charge.
