1.1.W.60 Work (any) (DSP)

Definition - 15 hour rule

This definition applies to people subject to the 15 hour rule for DSP qualification.

Work means work:

that is for at least 15 hours per week where wages are at or above the relevant minimum wage (1.1.R.133), and
that exists in Australia, even if not within the person's locally accessible labour market.

Act reference: SSAct section 94(5)-'work'

Policy reference: SS Guide 3.6.1.12 Qualification for DSP - 15 Hour Rule

This definition applies to people subject to the 30 hour rule for DSP qualification.

Work means work:

that is for at least 30 hours per week where wages are at or above the relevant minimum wage (1.1.R.133), and
that exists in Australia, even if not within the person's locally accessible labour market.

Act reference: SSAct pre-1 July 2006 section 94(5)-'work'

Policy reference: SS Guide 3.6.1.10 Qualification for DSP - 30 Hour Rule

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Last reviewed: 5 September 2011

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