If you’re an older person experiencing abuse, you’re not alone
Help is available if you or an older person you know is experiencing abuse or mistreatment.
Manage your Child Support services in the myGov app
The Express Plus Child Support mobile app retired on 9 October 2026. Use the myGov app to keep managing your child support services.
Assistance for Isolated Children annual questionnaires start in October
If you get Assistance for Isolated Children (AIC), we’ll send you a letter if you need to complete an End of Year questionnaire for 2027.
Claims for Victoria Bushfires, January 2026 is closing soon
You have until 19 October 2026 to claim Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGRDP) if you were affected by the bushfires in Victoria.
Northern Territory Flooding, February to March 2026 claims are closing soon
If you were affected by this event Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment and New Zealand Recovery Payment claims are open until 23 October 2026.
We've changed what goods and services you can pay for using Centrepay
From 1 November 2026 you can’t use Centrepay for some goods and services.
Where to get help if you’re experiencing family and domestic violence
If you need support for family and domestic violence, help is available.
Student and apprentice payments can help you after year 12
If you’re doing further study next year like university, TAFE, or an apprenticeship, there are payments to help.
It’s not too late to update your income details
If your child is dependent and gets Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY, we may have sent them a letter asking for your income details.
Acknowledging carers this National Carers Week
This National Carers Week, we recognise and celebrate the 3 million Australians who care for a family member or friend.