Young Cancer Patient to Receive Pension Following Review

Centrelink admitted to mishandling of the case following "an unfortunate breakdown in communications". Following a review Human Services Minister Joe Hockey has announced that Centrelink would grant Matthew the pension.

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He said, "When I became aware of the case I requested a full review by Centrelink. Additional medical information has become apparent to Centrelink which has enabled the Disability Support Pension to be granted to Matthew."

Mr Hockey wished Matthew all the best for a speedy recovery and said he wanted to make it clear the case was not related to the welfare to work changes as the application was made prior to July 1.