News for higher education

The latest news updates and changes.

10
Jul 2026

Student Start-up Loan (SSL) applications are now open for July-December 2026

Students, you can apply for a SSL now. You can take out this loan up to twice a year if you’re getting an eligible student payment.

9
Jul 2026

Get free help with your tax return

If you’re eligible, the ATO has a free program to help you prepare and lodge your 2025-26 tax return.

7
Jul 2026

Check your information is pre-filled in ATO myTax before you lodge

Most Centrelink payment information should now be pre-filled in your Australian Taxation Office (ATO) tax return.

2
Jul 2026

Financial information for tax time

Getting ready for tax time doesn't have to be overwhelming. Join our live Financial Information Service (FIS) webinar to learn what you need to know at tax time.

1
Jul 2026

Reporting the same income more than once could affect your payment

Duplicated employment income is when the same income from your job is counted more than once in a Centrelink payment period.

1
Jul 2026

Tertiary Access Payment for students moving to study

The Tertiary Access Payment helps first year tertiary students from regional and remote areas cover moving costs.

1
Jul 2026

Tax time is here

What you need to know before you lodge your tax return.

23
Jun 2026

Study support for carers, parents and people with disabilities

The Pensioner Education Supplement is a regular extra payment of up to $62.40 a fortnight that can help with your study costs.

22
Jun 2026

Protect yourself against tax time scams

Learn how to spot scams, fake myGov messages and suspicious links to protect yourself this tax time.

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