News for rural and remote Australians

Class action settlement update

7 May 2021

The class action settlement approval hearing has finished. We’re now waiting for the Court’s decision.

You may need to pay tax if you got coronavirus payments

20 April 2021

If you get payments from us, you can set up a tax deduction to help you avoid an income tax debt.

Support for people affected by Tropical Cyclone Seroja

14 April 2021

There’s help if you’ve been directly affected by Tropical Cyclone Seroja in Western Australia, April 2021. We have payments that can help during a natural disaster.

Newly arrived resident’s waiting period starts again

1 April 2021

We temporarily removed the newly arrived resident’s waiting period. It applies again from 1 April 2021.

There’s a permanent increase to some payments

1 April 2021

From 1 April 2021, some income support payments increase by $50 per fortnight.

How the recent COVID-19 changes announcement may affect you

24 March 2021

Here’s what you need to know if you’re getting or claiming a payment from us.

Apply to our 2022 National Graduate Program

24 March 2021

We’re looking for recent uni graduates to join us next year. Applications are open now and close on 19 April 2021.

Support for people affected by the recent NSW floods

22 March 2021

There’s help if you’ve been directly affected by the March 2021 floods in New South Wales. We have payments that can help during a natural disaster.

Your new employer may ask for your Centrelink payment information

10 March 2021

If you’re between 16 and 35, they may need your payment details to support their application for JobMaker Hiring Credit.

From 17 March 2021, the Cashless Debit Card is expanding

9 March 2021

If you’re in Cape York, Queensland or the Northern Territory, you may get a Cashless Debit Card from 17 March 2021.

Top reasons why Age Pension claims are rejected

22 February 2021

Find out the most common reasons for why we reject a claim for Age Pension. This may help you when claiming.

Five things to do now we’ve granted your job seeker claim

18 February 2021

There are things you must do to get and keep your payment.

Get ready for your COVID-19 vaccinations

18 February 2021

What you need to know to get ready for the COVID-19 vaccines.

Mutual obligations paused for job seekers in Victoria

12 February 2021

Mutual obligation suspensions or penalties don’t apply for any job seekers in Victoria until Tuesday 23 February 2021.

Public holiday closures, reporting and payment arrangements

12 February 2021

We’re closed for the Easter holidays. We want to help you plan so you still get paid.

Staying safe while using myGov

9 February 2021

Tips to keep your myGov account secure.

What you need to know as Centrelink debt repayments start again

1 February 2021

Repayments for Centrelink debts are starting again soon. If you owe money, please know we’re here to help.

Proposed settlement information for Income Compliance Program class action

20 January 2021

We’re contacting class action group members with details of the proposed settlement and what to do if they object.

Centrelink debt pause update

8 January 2021

The pause on debt activity is ending for everyone from 11 January 2021, but repayments won’t restart until February.

New Tertiary Access Payment for students

1 January 2021

If your child is moving from an outer regional or remote area, they might be eligible for financial assistance.

Career, work and study options after year 12

14 December 2020

2020 has been a difficult and uncertain year, but there are resources to help you decide what comes next.

New ways to get Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY as an independent

14 December 2020

There are now more ways to become independent through work.

Your top 5 student payment questions answered

2 December 2020

Studying or doing an apprenticeship? Our video covers the top 5 things you need to know about claiming a student payment.

Does your child need to move for study?

1 December 2020

We have payments for primary, secondary and tertiary students to help with travel costs, boarding fees and living costs.

You can claim ABSTUDY for 2021 now

23 November 2020

Claim ABSTUDY before December so, if they're eligible, your child can get their payment as soon as possible.

Do I need to provide an Employment Separation Certificate?

19 November 2020

We haven’t asked for one since March 2020. However, from 1 January 2021, you may need to include one.

New payment for school leavers moving to study

19 November 2020

If your child is moving from an outer regional or remote area to study, they might get the Tertiary Access Payment.

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