Who can get Utilities Allowance
You get this allowance if you get certain payments from us. You don’t need to apply for it.
How much Utilities Allowance you can get
We’ll pay the allowance with your regular payment. We pay you on or after 20 March, 20 June, 20 September and 20 December each year.
Who can get Pharmaceutical Allowance
You can get the Pharmaceutical Allowance if you meet certain conditions.
Pharmaceutical Allowance if you have a temporary illness or medical condition
You may get Pharmaceutical Allowance if you have a temporary illness or medical condition.
How to manage your Utilities Allowance
Your options and obligations when you get this payment.
Pharmaceutical Allowance if you have dependent children
If you’re single and the main carer of a dependent child, you may get the Pharmaceutical Allowance.
Travel outside Australia rules for Utilities Allowance
The travel rules for your main payment affect your Utilities Allowance when you travel outside Australia.
Pharmaceutical Allowance if you’re 55 or older
You may get Pharmaceutical Allowance when you are 55 or older and get certain payments from us.
How much Pharmaceutical Allowance you can get
You’ll get the allowance with your regular payment each fortnight.
How to apply for Pharmaceutical Allowance
We’ll assess if you can get Pharmaceutical Allowance. You don’t need to apply unless you want an advance payment.