The New South Wales Government is delivering a cost-of-living reprieve to pensioners, veterans and social housing tenants through a scheme that will deliver thousands of energy and water-efficient washing machines at a major discount.
Up to 8,000 eligible households can get their hands on a brand-new front-loader washing machine for $250, thanks to the program, designed to help low-income households with cost-of-living pressures, including water and energy bills.
Eligible applicants can trade-in their old water and energy inefficient top loader machine and receive a brand-new high-end Westinghouse 8kg front loader for $250.
The NSW Government has teamed up with The Good Guys to provide the heavily discounted machines, with the fee covering delivery, installation and a two-year warranty as well as removal and recycling of their old appliance.
Applications are now open online for all Centrelink or Department of Veterans Affairs-issued concession card holders in NSW.
Households are encouraged to act quickly to snap up their machine – but applicants should first check if their laundry space can house the Westinghouse model, which is 850mm high, 600mm wide and 660mm deep.
NSW Minister for Water, Rose Jackson, said that this could not come at a better time.
“We know people are struggling with cost-of-living pressures and high water and energy bills are a huge part of that,” Jackson said.
“We’re not just talking about cost-of-living relief, we’re delivering it. This program will lower power bills, cut water use, and make life a little bit easier for thousands of people.
“These new washing machines are not only good news to help people save, they’re better for the environment too, saving an estimated 20,000 litres of water each year.”
NSW Minister for Veterans, David Harris, said that this is a fantastic initiative allowing veterans, pensioners and social housing tenants to get their hands on a great appliance valued at more than $650 for just $250, including installation and removal.
“Veterans served in defence of this great land, so the least we can do to assist in lowering their energy bills,” Harris said.
“This is just one of the ways the NSW Government is helping people every day with cost-of-living pressures.”
NSW Minister for Seniors, Jodie Harrison, encouraged pensioners to apply for one of these new washing machines.
“At a highly discounted rate, this service will take your older machine away and replace it with a new and improved model,” Harrison said.
“Not only will you end up with a brand-new washing machine at less than half price, it could potentially lower your utility bills, too.”
The Good Guys Managing Director, Biag Capasso, said, “We’re delighted to be teaming up with the NSW Government to roll out these subsidised washing machines across the state to people who need them most. It’s one of many ways The Good Guys help families with their day-to-day needs.
“This program will be in high demand which is why we have plenty of stock, and our delivery team is ready to help customers, in both regional and metro areas, by removing old top loaders and install the new Westinghouse machines.”
To apply and check if you are eligible, please visit: Washing Machine Exchange Program.
