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Disability Services Act 1986
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#### 17 Interpretation
In this Act, unless the contrary intention appears:
> pension age has the meaning given by subsection 23(5A), (5B), (5C) or (5D) of the Social Security Act 1991.
> rehabilitation program means a rehabilitation program under this Part, and, except in section 20, includes a follow‑up program under this Part.
> rehabilitation program standards means the standards determined by the Minister under paragraph 5A(1)(c) in relation to the provision of rehabilitation programs.
> unsupported, in relation to the paid employment of a person, means unsupported by services provided to assist persons with disabilities to retain paid employment.