News for separated parents - Services Australia

We’re pausing some debt activity during the coronavirus pandemic

8 April 2020

During the pause, we won’t refer your debt to external collection agencies or garnishee your tax refund.

Superannuation changes if you’re affected by coronavirus

7 April 2020

You can get some of your super early if you’re in financial stress due to COVID-19.

We’re changing some rules to make it easier to claim a payment

7 April 2020

There’s new rules to help you get a payment from us if you’ve lost your job due to coronavirus.

JobKeeper Payment supports Australian businesses impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19)

4 April 2020

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and your employer will work out if their business is eligible for JobKeeper Payment. You don’t claim this payment.

More financial support for people affected by coronavirus

25 March 2020

The Australian Government has announced more payments and streamlined claims for people affected by coronavirus.

Proof of identity changes for new Centrelink claims

25 March 2020

You don’t need to visit a service centre to prove your identity to claim a new payment.

On 20 March JobSeeker Payment started and some payments changed

20 March 2020

Some payments stopped or closed to new claims. Find out if these changes affect you.

Easter public holiday closures, reporting and payment arrangements

13 March 2020

We are closed for Easter on Friday 10 and Monday 13 April 2020.

Tell us when your study details change to avoid getting overpaid

3 March 2020

It’s important to let us know when something in your life changes. That way you won’t get overpaid.

New online options if you get an income support payment

19 February 2020

You can now update your mutual obligation requirements online and view your reporting dates.

We are now Services Australia

10 February 2020

On 1 February 2020 we became Services Australia.

How to stay safe on public Wi-Fi

10 February 2020

Here are some ways to protect your online information when you use public internet.

Support for people affected by the bushfires

17 January 2020

If the bushfires have affected you, we have payments and services to help.

Never fear, student payments are here

23 December 2019

Find out what options are available for your child once they finish school.

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