How we assess granny flat interests
You need to tell us the value of the granny flat interest so we can assess if this affects your payments.
Separation details form (MOD S)
Use this form to let us know you’ve separated from your partner.
Independent for Youth Allowance if it’s unreasonable for you to live at home
If you’re unable to live at home with either of your parents due to extreme circumstances, you may be independent.
Independent for Youth Allowance through part time work or earnings for rural and remote students
You may be independent through work for Youth Allowance if you’re a student from a rural or remote area.
How to build savings
We have tools and information to help you reach your savings goal. Big or small, any savings goals are good to have.
Set up Centrepay deductions
You can set up your own Centrepay deductions. Once you’ve arranged a Centrepay deduction, we pay the business for you, out of your Centrelink payment.
Paying bills using Centrepay
You can use the Centrepay bill paying service to pay any business registered to accept Centrepay as a payment method.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
Real estate income
This is lease or rent money you get from a property you own. It counts in your income test.
What gifts we include in income and assets tests
We may include your gift if you give away, sell or transfer it for less than its market value.