Fed: Pensioners angry over Telstra price rises

AAP General News (Australia)
01-18-2001
Fed: Pensioners angry over Telstra price rises

Pensioner groups have condemned Telstra's plan to increase rental changes and have
called on the federal government to stop discrimination against non-internet users.

Combined Pensioners and Superannuants Association of NSW president NORAH MCGUIRE says
the telephone is a lifeline for older people but from February 1 will be less affordable.

She says having a telephone is becoming a luxury item and homebound older people who
cannot afford these higher costs will face increased social …