Hi

I am asking this question for a mate of mine.

They applied for a carer's allowance prior to the census date for the Christmas Bonus.

The allowance was subsequently denied, but on appeal has been granted. The appeal was granted after the census date.

What are the chance of them getting the Christmas Bonus (i think it is $1,000 for carers)?

Will payments be backdated to their original application date?

Thanks,

Kate