What has changed
The Department of Defence has registered an updated determination that sets the average house price and median interest rate figures used to calculate assistance under the Defence Home Ownership Assistance Scheme (DHOS). The determination is referenced as F2026L00725.
This determination amends the Defence Home Ownership Assistance Scheme (Average House Price and Median Interest Rate) Determination 2018.
Dates that apply
The determination was registered on 12 June 2026. It applies from 12 June 2026 and is repealed on 7 September 2026.
What the scheme covers
The DHOS helps eligible Defence Force members with home loan interest subsidies. The average house price and median interest rate figures set by this determination are used to calculate the subsidy amount.
The updated figures
The source document does not specify what the new average house price or median interest rate figures are. The full determination is available at legislation.gov.au/F2026L00725.
Where to find more information
- The full text of the determination is published at legislation.gov.au/F2026L00725.
- The Department of Defence can be contacted directly for clarification on how the updated figures apply to a specific DHOS entitlement - the source document does not provide a contact number or email address.
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