POLICIES
What are the 3 different types of recovery expenses the FAS can pay for?
- Standard Recovery Expenses
- Non-Standard Recovery Expenses
- Specific Recovery Expenses
When is our Go Live date?
18 November, 2024
What section of the FAS Act states that a violent act must reported to police within a reasonable time?
Section 31
What are the names and breeds of Simon's dogs?
French Mastiffs
Thor and Odin
The FAS will pay up to $__ for lost earnings.
$20,000
What priority rating does an appl with a conflict-of-interest with an internal FAS staff member or associated contact fall under?
A1 - Complex
For a 90 minute counselling session from a registered psychologist, how much will the FAS pay ?
$305
Who was on our interview panels?
Sally, Simon, Oliver and Sebastian
How much will FAS pay in legal costs for a complex lead application?
$1100
What does MARAM stand for?
Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management Framework
What is considered a 'serious criminal history'?
sentenced to a term of imprisonment for 5 years or longer for an offence against the law of the Commonwealth, a State or Territory, or
convicted of an offence which is a Category 1 or 2 offence within the meaning of section 3 of the Sentencing Act 1991.
What did Monique use to be the CEO of?
Australian Childhood Trauma Group
What is the percentage that can be reduced off assistance if Character is found to be relevant?
15% maximum or other appropriate amount
Name the Act MARAM Framework is legislated under
Family Violence Protection Act 2008
What is the time limit for a FAS variation for a child?
Must apply either on or before turning 28 years old
What is a fact we learned about Jess?
She has 2 skulls. The skulls are not of her children, although presumably they also have skulls.
What are the two types of VOCAT variations?
- Substantive VOCAT variation
What are distress payments?
Payments made to related victims in recognition of the distress they have experienced, or are likely to experience, due to the passing of a loved one.
The FAS defines distress as great pain, anxiety, sorrow or suffering.
What is the maximum amount of special financial assistance that may be awarded for someone in category 'C'?
$2,600
Who has a room full of board games?
Shannon