Some payment rates are increasing on 20 September 2026
The payment rates for Age Pension, Carer Payment, and Disability Support Pension are increasing.
The type of accommodation you live in may make you eligible for Rent Assistance
You don’t need to be renting from a landlord or real estate agent to get Rent Assistance. You may be eligible with different types of accommodation.
It’s census time - tell us about any changes to your study details
If your study details have changed, make sure you tell us and your education provider. We may need to adjust your student payment.
Support is available if you’re dealing with debt
Dealing with debt can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through it alone.
How we recover Centrelink debts at tax time
We may use your tax refund to pay back money you owe us.
Tell us if you’re changing your tertiary study load
To keep getting Youth Allowance or Austudy as a tertiary student, you normally need to study full time.
What happens after you lodge your tax return
What happens after you’ve lodged your tax return depends on your circumstances.
Report your income from Commonwealth Prac Payment
We need to know when your Commonwealth Prac Payment starts so we can check if it affects your income support payment.