Parental Leave Pay

A payment to help families taking time off work to care for a newborn or newly adopted child.

Parental Leave Pay changes from 1 July 2025

The number of Parental Leave Pay days will increase and you will get a superannuation contribution.

For more information read about Changes to family payments.

From 1 July 2023, your child’s date of birth or adoption affects Parental Leave Pay. This includes who can get it, how much you get and when you get paid.

Select the option that applies to you to find out more.

Page last updated: 14 January 2025.
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