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16
Feb 2026

Public holiday closures for Easter

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

9
Feb 2026

More help available for Victoria Bushfires, January 2026

If you’ve been affected by this disaster, we have Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) to help you.

4
Feb 2026

Additional support announced for Victoria Bushfires, January 2026

If you’ve been affected by this disaster, we have Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) to help you.

2
Feb 2026

Further support announced for Victoria Bushfires, January 2026

If you’ve been affected by this disaster, we have Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) to help you.

29
Jan 2026

More support announced for Victoria Bushfires, January 2026

If you’ve been affected by this disaster, we have Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) to help you.

28
Jan 2026

Where to get help if you or someone you know is experiencing abuse

If you need help with information and resources to deal with family and domestic violence or abuse, there are lots of options available.

27
Jan 2026

Get help with Centrelink, when you start studying

Starting your studies is a big step. If you need help with Centrelink, you can ask someone to act for you while you adjust.

23
Jan 2026

Extended support available for Victoria Bushfires, January 2026

If you’ve been affected by this disaster, we have Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) and Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) to help you.

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