School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI)

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School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI)

The Australian Government aims to narrow the digital divide by providing up to 30,000 eligible families with no internet at home a free National Broadband Network (NBN) service.

Originally a 12-month commitment, the initiative has been extended, to allow:

  • the period in which a family can nominate to receive a free service is up to 31 December 2024
  • the duration of free services will continue until 31 December 2025 for all existing and new families

To check your eligibility, contact the National Referral Centre on 1800 954 610 (Mon-Fri, 10am – 6pm AEDT) www.anglicarevic.org.au/student-internet
For further information visit: School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI) | Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
Families and carers can apply until 31 December 2024, and eligible households will receive free home internet until 31 December 2025.