Veterans' Pension

Operation Grapple and Mururoa Veterans who are receiving a War Disability Pension of at least 70% are entitled to apply for a Veterans' Pension, (VP). This is an alternative to National Superannuation and it is administered by WINZ. There are also provisions for those who are under the age of retirement but fit certain health and ability to work criteria to receive a Veterans' Pension.

VETERAN PENSION ADVANTAGES. *Tax Surcharges is not applied. *Community Services Card automatically issued. *Pension not reducted to Hospital Rates after 13 weeks. *Spouce may apply for VP. *Lump sum payment made on death of Veteran or Spouce.