Overdrawn bank account
You can get help to access your money if you have an overdrawn bank account.
Lump sums while on income support
A lump sum is a one off amount of money. They can count in your income test and may affect your payment from us.
Scheduled reporting
If you need to report your employment income, it’ll usually be every 14 days, on a date we tell you. We call this scheduled reporting.
Centrelink online account help - Manage where your payments are sent
Instructions on how to change where we pay you using your Centrelink online account.
When to report your income to Centrelink
If you’re getting an income support payment, we’ll tell you when you need to report any other income you get.
Proof of rent arrangements for Rent Assistance
If you tell us you’re renting when you claim a payment, we may ask for proof. We use this to check if you can get Rent Assistance.
Income and assets test for Farm Household Allowance
You must meet an income and assets test to get Farm Household Allowance (FHA).
Board and lodging rent type for Rent Assistance
Eligibility for Rent Assistance when you pay board and lodgings to a homeowner or primary tenant for a room in their property.
Exemptions from mutual obligation requirements for principal carers
We can grant principal carers temporary exemptions from their mutual obligation requirements in some family situations.
Separation details form (MOD S)
Use this form to let us know you’ve separated from your partner.