Examples of granny flat interests
We’ve put together some common examples to help you understand how we assess granny flats. These examples don't cover every situation.
Overdrawn bank account
You can get help to access your money if you have an overdrawn bank account.
If you increase your child care hours for Child Care Subsidy
You don’t need to let us know if you start using more child care, or your days change.
Time limits for claiming family payments
There are rules about when you can submit a claim. They are different depending on the type of payment. If you can’t claim within these timeframes, let us know.
Veteran Payment affects your income support payment
Information to help you make a choice between Veteran Payment and an income support payment.
Payment choices for FTB
You can choose how you get Family Tax Benefit (FTB) if you claim it fortnightly.
Time limits for submitting lump sum claims and confirming income for Family Tax Benefit
You have one year from the end of the financial year to confirm your family income for Family Tax Benefit (FTB) or claim FTB as a lump sum.
Someone to act for you with Medicare, Centrelink, aged care or Child Support
You can ask someone to act for you with Medicare, Centrelink, aged care or Child Support. You can authorise them to speak to us, update your details and get payments for you.
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.
How to enrol your baby in Medicare if they were born overseas
You can enrol your overseas born baby in Medicare if you’re an Australian citizen or permanent resident.