The Victorian government has outlined below the items that the School Saving Bonus can and cannot be used for.
Some common examples of school activities for which the School Saving Bonus may be used include:
- school camps, trips, excursions and incursions
- swimming and sporting programs
- outdoor education programs
- graduations
The School Saving Bonus cannot be used towards:
- activities required for the school’s delivery of the curriculum (eg. WINC Stationery Packs and laptops/devices)
- before/after school care
- locker hire
- classroom and homework materials
- formals or debutante balls.
- School fees
Alternatively, the parent/carer can purchase uniforms and/or textbooks via an in-store or online purchase, with an approved supplier. The bonus can be used to purchase second-hand items where the sale of items is managed by the school (that is, where the school is the supplier). Generic uniform items, including shoes, can also be purchased through State Schools’ Relief. The bonus cannot be used for purchases at general retailers (for example, Kmart, Big W, Best&Less) or to support transactions between individuals.