Support is available if you’re dealing with debt
Dealing with debt can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone.
How we recover Centrelink debts at tax time
We may use your tax refund to pay back money you owe us.
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.
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.
What happens after you lodge your tax return
What happens after you’ve lodged your tax return depends on your circumstances.
Report your income from Commonwealth Prac Payment
We need to know when your Commonwealth Prac Payment starts so we can check if it affects your income support payment.
Help with aged care costs if you’re in financial hardship
If you’re experiencing financial hardship, you may be able to get assistance to help pay some or all of your aged care costs.
Prepare for unexpected expenses tomorrow by starting an emergency savings fund today
Unexpected expenses can happen at any time. Start building an emergency savings fund with small, regular amounts.
We may need to rebalance your Family Tax Benefit if your tax return changes
If your or your partner’s tax return is amended, we may balance your Family Tax Benefit (FTB) again. You don’t need to call us.
Changes to Pension Supplement
From 20 September 2026, Pension Supplement is changing for people who live or travel outside Australia.