Check if you still need someone to act for you
Now is a good time to check the acting arrangements you set up when you first arrived in Australia.
Track your claim for a student payment
You can check the progress of Youth Allowance, Austudy and some ABSTUDY claims online without having to call or visit us.
Check what payments you could get if you’re studying, training or doing an apprenticeship
If you’re changing from looking for work to study, you may be eligible for other payments from us.
Tips to help you claim a student payment
Do these 4 things to stop your claim from being rejected.
It’s not too late to claim the Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) for 2025
If you relocated to a regional or remote area this year to start studying, you may be eligible to claim up to $5,000 before 31 December.
Public holiday closures over the Christmas and New Year period
Your Centrelink payment and reporting dates may change due to the upcoming public holidays.
Misinformation about bonus Centrelink payments
There are unofficial websites and social media accounts sharing fake news about Centrelink payments, including ones that are no longer available.
Beware of phishing scams
Phishing is when scammers try to trick you into giving them your personal information by sending you a link to a fake website.
Farm Household Allowance information for farmers and their partners
National Agriculture Day, celebrated in November each year, recognises our farmers, including those who need support when experiencing financial hardship.
If you have a child aged under 6, you can get help to meet your goals
Parent Pathways can help you meet your personal, study or work goals if you’re the parent or carer of a child aged under 6.