Public holiday closures for Australia Day
Your Centrelink payment and reporting dates may change due to the upcoming public holiday.
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.
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.
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.
Don’t fall for fake robodebt messages
Be sure the communication you receive about the robodebt class action is genuine.