Request to change payment collection method form (CS1979)
Use this form if you are the receiving parent and you already have a registered Child Support case with us and you want to change your collection method.
Payment rates for Energy Supplement on a pension or an allowance
If you're on a pension or an allowance the Energy Supplement amount you get depends on your and your partner’s circumstances and the payment or services you get.
If you need to attend an assessment
There are things you’ll need to do if you need to attend an Employment Services Assessment (ESAt).
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.
Trust reviews
How we check that you correctly report the income you receive from a trust.
Confirm change of child care services for Child Care Subsidy
If you change child care services, you don’t need to tell us as long as you’re still using an approved service.
What happens during and after the Employment Services Assessment
During your Employment Services Assessment (ESAt), the assessor will talk to you about factors that affect your ability to work or participate.
Change to repayments made at Australia Post
From 12 June 2025, the minimum amount you can repay to us at Australia Post will increase to $5.
Disability Support Pension if you're deaf or have severe hearing loss
How to get Disability Support Pension (DSP) if you’re deaf or have severe hearing loss.
Centrelink online account help - Update your paid work details for Child Care Subsidy
Instructions on how to update your paid work details to make sure you receive the correct amount of Child Care Subsidy and are not overpaid.