News

The latest news updates and changes.

29
Jan 2025

Getting help with child care fees for before and after school care

Child Care Subsidy (CCS) can help with the cost of child care, before and after school care and holiday care.

28
Jan 2025

Check if your child is exempt from Family Tax Benefit (FTB) study requirements

To get FTB payments for your child after they turn 16, they need to be in full time study or have an approved exemption to study.

27
Jan 2025

Student Start-up Loan (SSL) applications are open now

You can take out a SSL up to twice a year if you’re getting an eligible student payment.

22
Jan 2025

Where to get help if you or someone you know is experiencing abuse

If you need help with information and resources to deal with family and domestic violence, there are lots of options available.

21
Jan 2025

Keeping your SmartCard safe

Your SmartCard is like having money in your wallet. Treat it like cash and keep it safe.

20
Jan 2025

Keep more of your student payment with Income Bank

Income bank helps you keep more of your Youth Allowance, Austudy or ABSTUDY payments.

16
Jan 2025

Free 2-part live Age Pension, Your Choices webinars

Join our Financial Information Service (FIS) webinar series to learn about retirement choices, income and asset basics, gifting, deeming and concession cards.

16
Jan 2025

Your Family Tax Benefit (FTB) will change if your child finishes school early

If your child stops studying before finishing year 12, you need to update their study details to stop FTB being paid for them.

13
Jan 2025

Claim up to $5,000 from the Tertiary Access Payment (TAP) now

TAP helps you with the cost of moving from a regional or remote area. If you’re eligible, we’ll pay you after you confirm your study details.

7
Jan 2025

Protect your personal information and stay safe when separating

If you’re ready to leave a relationship, there are things you can do to protect your privacy and separate safely. There’s also help available if you need it.

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