The call for applications from suitably qualified organisations to deliver the
Broadband for Seniors program nationally closed on 8 August 2008. The department is currently assessing applications.
Broadband for Seniors is part of a wider Australian Government initiative "Making Ends Meet - Plan for Older Australians, People with Disabilities and Carers".
The Australian Government is committing $15 million for Broadband for Seniors, to be delivered over 2008-09 to 2010-11.