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How to get Energy Supplement

You don't need to apply for Energy Supplement. We’ll include it with your regular payment.

Mutual obligation requirements

Mutual obligation requirements are tasks and activities you agree to do while you get some payments from us. Penalties may apply if you don’t meet them.

Working Credit

Lets you keep more of your income support payment and benefits if you're working.

Annual parental income reassessment

If you’re dependent and get Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY, we may need your parents’ or guardians’ income details each year.

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Centrelink online account help - Apply for an advance payment

Instructions to apply for an advance payment using your Centrelink online account.

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Financial Information Service Officers

Our Financial Information Service Officers can help you plan for your future financial needs.

Severe financial hardship for Crisis Payment

For the purposes of Crisis Payment, you’re in severe financial hardship if you meet certain criteria.

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  2. How to manage your messages

Change how you get electronic messaging

You can change how you get electronic messages from us at any time.

Residence descriptions

You usually need to be an Australian resident or hold a specific visa type to get a Centrelink payment or concession card.

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Separation details form (MOD S)

Use this form to let us know you’ve separated from your partner.

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