Most useful information for having a baby

1. Asset types
2. Gifting

When gifting exceptions apply

We have some exceptions to how we assess gifting.

1. Granny flat interest
2. How we assess granny flat interests

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.

1. Parenting Payment
2. Who can get it

Residence rules for Parenting Payment

To be eligible for Parenting Payment you must meet the residence rules.

1. Assets test
2. Asset types

Granny flat interest

A granny flat interest is an agreement for accommodation for life. It can affect your eligibility or rate of payment and we may include it in your assets test.

Payment schedule and rates for people outside Australia

We will pay your pension differently if you live outside Australia on a permanent or long-term basis.

1. Family Tax Benefit
2. Who can get it

Residence rules for Family Tax Benefit

To be eligible for Family Tax Benefit Part A and Part B you must meet the residence rules.

1. Seeking medical help
2. Most useful information

Authorisation to act on an incapacitated person's behalf for Medicare purposes form (MO050)

Use this form if you want to act on behalf of someone who is incapable of managing their own affairs for Medicare services.

1. Medicare
2. How to enrol

Enrolling your baby in Medicare

You can enrol your baby when you claim some family payments or by using a form.

1. Top payments
2. Parenting Payment

How to claim Parenting Payment

Complete the following steps to claim Parenting Payment.

Proving your identity online for Centrelink

How to prove who you are to Centrelink online.