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Accessing the Disability Support Pension (DSP) in Australia

17 February 2026by leonardandwelch

Understanding the Disability Support Pension and Eligibility Understanding the Disability Support Pension can be tricky. If you’ve ever tried to read the Disability Support Pension rules, you’ll know the feeling: it can look like a maze. There are medical reports, impairment points, work capacity tests, and a process that can feel a bit like ‘computer...

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What if I’m receiving Income Protection Insurance Benefits or Other Similar Benefits, Am I Still Able to apply for a Total & Permanent Disability (TPD) Insurance Benefit?

13 January 2026by leonardandwelch

Navigating the world of insurance and your entitlements can be confusing, especially when you’re dealing with an injury or illness. Many people wonder whether claiming income protection benefits, a disability support pension, or workers’ compensation payments affects their eligibility for a TPD insurance benefit. There is a lot to unpack on these issues, which, if...