Setting up online accounts for Centrelink
To do your business with us, create a myGov account and link it to Centrelink.
Residential aged care calculation of your cost of care form (SA457)
Use this form to give us your financial details. Don’t use this form if you get a relevant income support payment.
Who can get Vic Bushfires, January 2026 - Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment
You must meet eligibility rules to get Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP).
Superannuation
Superannuation is a long term savings structure to help fund your retirement.
Gifting
If you give away your income or assets, they may still count towards your income and assets tests. This also applies if you sell them for less than they’re worth.
How much Carer Allowance you can get
Carer Allowance is $162.60 each fortnight.
Income test for Carer Payment
Your income can reduce how much we pay you. We use the pension income test to assess Carer Payment.
Choosing between Carer Payment and Age Pension
In some situations, you can choose to get Carer Payment or Age Pension.
Someone to act for you with Medicare, Centrelink, aged care or Child Support
You can ask someone to act for you with Medicare, Centrelink, aged care or Child Support. You can authorise them to speak to us, update your details and get payments for you.
New Zealand citizens claiming payments in Australia
If you’re a New Zealand citizen living in Australia you may be eligible to get Centrelink payments or concession cards.