Rebate finder

Rebates and concessions in Tasmania

6 programs open to households in Tasmania, 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

Check eligibility on the official site

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

Check eligibility on the official site

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

Check eligibility on the official site

Energy bills

TASEnergy bills

Annual electricity concession

About $673 a year ($1.84/day)

A daily discount of about $1.84 on the electricity bill for low-income Tasmanians at their main home. Embedded network customers get a one-off $673 payment for 2026–27.

Hold a Pensioner Concession Card, Health Care Card, Tasmanian Concession Card or eligible ImmiCard
Name on card matches the electricity account holder
Principal place of residence on a domestic tariff

State Revenue Office of Tasmania · checked 4 Oct

Check eligibility on the official site

Transport

TASTransport

Free public transport

Free fares

Fares are free on all Tasmanian buses, including school buses, and on the Derwent Ferries until 30 June 2027 as a fuel-cost relief measure.

Anyone travelling on general access or school bus services
Includes Derwent Ferries
Don't tap a Greencard while free travel applies

Tasmanian Government (Metro Tasmania) · closes 30 June 2027 · checked 4 Oct

Check eligibility on the official site

Kids & activities

TASKids & activities

Ticket to Play

2 x $100 per child

Two vouchers of up to $100 each towards club membership or registration fees at approved Tasmanian sport and active recreation providers.

Child aged 5 to 18
On a Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card, or family received Family Tax Benefit A
Children in out-of-home care and some visa holders also eligible

Active Tasmania · closes 28 May 2027 · checked 4 Oct

Check eligibility on the official site

Other states

New South Wales Victoria Queensland Western Australia South Australia ACT Northern Territory

Important information

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