Earnings Worksheet form (SU505)
Use this form to work out your gross earnings for your entitlement period and report them to us.
Unreasonable to live at home statement by parents or guardians form (SY016)
Use this form if your child has applied as an independent person for Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY under the unreasonable to live at home guidelines.
How to get reminders to report income to Centrelink
If you have to report your income each fortnight, we’ll send you an SMS reminder on the day your report is due.
Income from employment
If you or your partner get income from employment you need to tell us. This is so we can pay you the right amount.
Real estate income
This is lease or rent money you get from a property you own. It counts in your income test.
Special rules to get Rent Assistance when you get Disability Support Pension
To get Rent Assistance with DSP when you are younger than 21 years old, you must meet some special rules.
Rural customers and primary producers
Some rural properties and farms have more than one title or larger blocks than residential properties. The asset test rules are different for these properties.
How to claim Youth Allowance for students and apprentices
Complete the following steps to claim Youth Allowance for students and Australian Apprentices. Before you start, check if you can get it.
When to claim - Youth Allowance for students and Australian Apprentices
You can claim Youth Allowance for students or Australian Apprentices up to 13 weeks before you start your course or apprenticeship.
How much Austudy you can get
The amount of Austudy you get depends on how much you earn.