Changes to the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) activity test
From January 2026, we’re replacing the activity test so all CCS eligible families can get at least 72 hours of subsidised child care each fortnight.
We may need to balance your FTB again if your tax return changes
If your or your partner's tax return has been amended, we may need to balance your Family Tax Benefit (FTB) again. You don’t need to call us.
We’re upgrading our credit and debit card payment system
This upgrade will strengthen the agency's security protocols and help protect against unauthorised card transactions.
Confirm your family income now if you got Family Tax Benefit (FTB) in 2023-24
You need to confirm your family income or you’ll get a debt.
Track the progress of your Child Care Subsidy balancing online
We’ll start balancing your Child Care Subsidy (CCS) from mid-August when we get all the information we need from your child care provider.
Tell us if your care arrangements change
If you get Carer Payment, you need to tell us if there’s a change in your caring circumstances.
Get free help with your tax return
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has a free program to help you prepare and lodge your 2024-25 tax return.