It’s important you trust the person or organisation acting for you
Before you approve someone to act for you with Centrelink, Medicare or Child Support, consider if you trust them with your personal details.
Set up a debt repayment plan before you do your tax return
If you have a Centrelink debt and aren’t getting a payment from us, we may use your tax refund to repay it.
Study support for carers, parents and people with disabilities
The Pensioner Education Supplement is a regular extra payment of up to $62.40 a fortnight that can help with your study costs.
Protect yourself against tax time scams
Learn how to spot scams, fake myGov messages and suspicious links to protect yourself this tax time.
Wait for pre-fill before lodging your tax return
Wait until late July to lodge your tax return. Most of your income and Centrelink payment information should be pre-filled and help you avoid mistakes.
Most 2025-26 Centrelink payment summaries should be ready in mid-July
You don’t need your Centrelink payment summary to lodge your tax return. These details should pre-fill in the ATO’s myTax lodgement service.
Watch out for fake charity and No Interest Loan scams
Scammers are pretending to be charities and No Interest Loan providers on social media to steal your personal information.
Report your income from Commonwealth Prac Payment (CPP)
Report your CPP to us when you know your prac start dates. We’ll adjust your income support payment if needed.
Learn about loans and credit to help make informed decisions
It’s important to understand loans and credit if you’re thinking about borrowing money.
Moving for study in Semester 2
You may be eligible for financial support to help with your move.