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Rebates and concessions in Northern Territory

7 programs open to households in Northern Territory, including Australia-wide programs. Each links to the official source, which has the final say on eligibility.

Solar & batteries

FederalSolar & batteries

Cheaper Home Batteries Program

Around 30% off installed cost

A national discount on home and small business batteries, delivered through certificates under the small-scale renewable energy scheme. From 1 May 2026 the support tapers for capacity above 14 kWh and steps down every six months until 2030.

  • Battery of 5 kWh to 100 kWh connected to a new or existing solar PV system
  • Battery must be Clean Energy Council approved
  • Installer must be accredited by Solar Accreditation Australia

Clean Energy Regulator (funded by DCCEEW) · checked 4 Oct

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FederalSolar & batteries

Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (STCs)

Varies by system size and location

Rooftop solar, solar hot water, heat pumps and batteries earn small-scale technology certificates (STCs) that are usually converted into an upfront discount on the system. The scheme winds down each year and finishes in 2030.

  • Install an eligible small-scale renewable energy system
  • Use approved products and accredited designers/installers
  • Open to homeowners and small businesses

Clean Energy Regulator · checked 4 Oct

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Concessions

FederalConcessions

Commonwealth Seniors Health Card

Varies

A concession card for older Australians who don't get the Age Pension, giving cheaper prescriptions and health care and unlocking many state and retailer discounts.

  • Age Pension age or older
  • Not receiving an income support payment from Centrelink or DVA
  • Meet the income test and residence rules

Services Australia · checked 4 Oct

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NTConcessions

NT Concession Scheme

Up to $1,200 a year on electricity

Members get discounts on essential costs including electricity (up to $1,200 a year), water and sewerage, council rates, licence and rego, and glasses.

  • NT resident for at least 183 days of the financial year
  • Australian citizen or permanent resident
  • Receive the Age Pension, Disability Support Pension, Carer Payment or Parenting Payment (single), or hold an eligible DVA card

NT Government (Concession and Recognition Unit) · checked 4 Oct

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Cost of living

NTCost of living

NT Seniors Recognition Scheme

$550 a year

Senior Territorians receive a $550 prepaid card each financial year to spend as they choose at approved businesses.

  • Aged 65 or older
  • NT resident for at least 183 days of the financial year
  • Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible temporary visa holder with Medicare

NT Government (Concession and Recognition Unit) · checked 4 Oct

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Kids & activities

NTKids & activities

Sport Voucher Scheme

2 x $100 per child a year

School children in NT urban areas get two $100 vouchers a year for sport, recreation and cultural activities. Swimming and music lessons in school hours also count.

  • Child lives in an NT urban area
  • Enrolled in school (transition to Year 12) or home-schooled
  • Used with registered activity providers

NT Government · closes 24 May 2027 · checked 4 Oct

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NTKids & activities

Learn to Swim vouchers

2 x $100 per child a year

Two $100 vouchers a year, one in January and one in July, for swimming lessons for NT children under five.

  • NT resident child under 5
  • Not yet enrolled in transition or school
  • Registered in the water safety awareness program

NT Government · checked 4 Oct

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Important information

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