News for growing up

The latest news updates and changes.

8
Sep 2026

Check your bank details are up to date

We make payments electronically to your back account. Check we have the right details, so your payment goes to the right place.

31
Aug 2026

Student and apprentice payments can help after year 12

If you’re finishing year 12 and doing further study next year like university or TAFE, there are payments to help. There are also payments for apprentices.

31
Aug 2026

Family Tax Benefit balancing outcomes

Once we have your income details, we’ll balance your Family Tax Benefit (FTB).

24
Aug 2026

Support for veterans leaving the defence force

If you’re leaving or have left the defence force, we can help you access Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) services.

24
Aug 2026

It’s census time - tell us about any changes to your study details

If your study details have changed, make sure you tell us and your education provider. We may need to adjust your student payment.

19
Aug 2026

Free webinar about financial information for young people leaving school

Join our live Financial Information Service (FIS) webinar to learn about your financial options after you leave school.

18
Aug 2026

How we recover Centrelink debts at tax time

We may use your tax refund to pay back money you owe us.

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17
Aug 2026

Tell us if you’re changing your tertiary study load

To keep getting Youth Allowance or Austudy as a tertiary student, you normally need to study full time.

17
Aug 2026

Check your Child Care Subsidy balancing progress online

We’ll begin balancing your Child Care Subsidy (CCS) from mid August once you’ve confirmed your income and we get all the details we need from your child care service.

17
Aug 2026

What happens after you lodge your tax return

What happens after you’ve lodged your tax return depends on your circumstances.

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