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Jan 2026

Child Care Subsidy changes to help eligible families

From 5 January 2026, Child Care Subsidy (CCS) eligible families can get at least 72 hours of subsidised child care per fortnight or 3 days per week.

5
Jan 2026

Book an appointment about Age Pension

You can book a phone or face to face appointment using your Centrelink online account through myGov to speak to us about Age Pension.

5
Jan 2026

Taking a break while caring for someone

If you care for someone and get Carer Payment or Carer Allowance, you can take respite and hospitalisation days each year without your payment stopping.

2
Jan 2026

Public holiday closures for Australia Day

Your Centrelink payment and reporting dates may change due to the upcoming public holiday.

1
Jan 2026

The cost of Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines is changing

From 1 January 2026, the cost of PBS listed medicines will reduce to $25 for general patients.

1
Jan 2026

Get the latest edition of A guide to Australian Government payments

The guide has information about the payments we deliver.

23
Dec 2025

Register for the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program

General practices across Australia have registered for the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program.

17
Dec 2025

We’re replacing the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) activity test

From 5 January 2026, families can get at least 72 hours of subsidised child care per fortnight, or 3 days per week. The change is known as the 3 Day Guarantee.

17
Dec 2025

Check and update your family income estimate

If you get Family Tax Benefit (FTB) or Child Care Subsidy (CCS), check and update your family income estimate now so you don’t get overpaid.

16
Dec 2025

Our staff can help you with your aged care matters

We offer free face to face appointments with our service centre staff and Aged Care Specialist Officers (ACSO).

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