Understanding the liquid asset waiting period
We have a new video to help you understand the liquid asset waiting period.
Understanding the income maintenance period
We have a new video to help you understand income maintenance periods.
Early claiming as a job seeker
We have a new video to help you understand when to start your claim.
Protect your personal information and stay safe when separating
If you need to leave a relationship, there’s steps you can take to protect your privacy and separate safely. There’s also support and services if you need them.
Child Care Subsidy changes to help eligible families
From 5 January 2026, Child Care Subsidy (CCS) eligible families can get at least 72 hours of subsidised child care per fortnight or 3 days per week.
Book an appointment about Age Pension
You can book a phone or face to face appointment using your Centrelink online account through myGov to speak to us about Age Pension.
Taking a break while caring for someone
If you care for someone and get Carer Payment or Carer Allowance, you can take respite and hospitalisation days each year without your payment stopping.
Public holiday closures for Australia Day
Your Centrelink payment and reporting dates may change due to the upcoming public holiday.
The cost of Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines is changing
From 1 January 2026, the cost of PBS listed medicines will reduce to $25 for general patients.
Get the latest edition of A guide to Australian Government payments
The guide has information about the payments we deliver.