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15
Apr 2025

Support for Far West NSW Storms and Power Outages in October 2024 is closing soon

Claim Disaster Recovery Allowance before 28 April 2025 if you were affected by the Far West New South Wales storms and power outages.

14
Apr 2025

Check your bank account balances are up to date

Keeping your income and asset information up to date will ensure you are paid the correct amount from us.

8
Apr 2025

More support for Western Queensland Heavy Rain and Flooding, March 2025

If you’ve been affected by this disaster we have Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) to help you.

1
Apr 2025

Mutual obligation requirements changes for some job seekers

From 1 April 2025, there are changes to help you fully meet your requirements.

1
Apr 2025

Western Queensland Heavy Rain and Flooding, March 2025 support

If you've been directly affected by this disaster, we have Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) to help you.

31
Mar 2025

Tell us if there are changes to your financial investments within 14 days

If you get a payment from us, your financial investments can affect your rate under either the income or assets test.

24
Mar 2025

Easter and Anzac Day public holiday closures

Your Centrelink payment and reporting dates may change due to the upcoming public holidays.

20
Mar 2025

More areas eligible for support for Queensland Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, March 2025

If you've been directly affected by this disaster, we have Australian Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) and Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) to help you.

20
Mar 2025

Changes to work rules if you get Carer Payment

You can work flexibly while getting Carer Payment and you don’t need to report study, training or volunteering.

19
Mar 2025

Additional areas can now claim for North Queensland Floods, January - February 2025

Support has been extended to areas in North Queensland affected by floods that started on 29 January 2025.

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