How a Work Bonus works
The Work Bonus reduces the amount of your eligible income that is calculated in the income test. This helps us work out your rate of payment.
How much Language, Literacy and Numeracy Supplement you can get
You’ll get an extra $20.80 with your main payment every fortnight while you’re in the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) program.
Who can get the Language, Literacy and Numeracy Supplement
You’ll get this supplement if you’re in the Skills for Education and Employment program.
What you must do to keep getting the Language, Literacy and Numeracy Supplement
There are some things you must do to keep getting the Language, Literacy and Numeracy Supplement.
Random Sample Surveys Partner details form (RS017)
Use this form if you are the partner of someone asked to complete a Payment Accuracy Review of their payment.
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.
When gifting exceptions apply
We have some exceptions to how we assess gifting.
Dependent or independent for Disability Support Pension (DSP)
If you’re under 21, the amount of Disability Support Pension (DSP) you get depends on whether we assess you as dependent or independent.
If you’re independent through paid work for Disability Support Pension
If you’re 20 or younger and have supported yourself through paid work, we may assess you as independent for Disability Support Pension (DSP).
Reviews for Age Pension
We may ask you to do reviews to check if you can keep Age Pension.