Centrelink Indigenous Call Centre
A line to call about our payments and services if you’re Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.
Income test for Carer Payment
Your income can reduce how much we pay you. We use the pension income test to assess Carer Payment.
Rules for caring for multiple people and get Carer Payment
When you care for multiple people there are different rules for Carer Payment
Asset hardship provisions
We may stop, reject or reduce your payment because of the assets test. If this is the case, you may be able to apply under the asset hardship provisions.
Medical reviews for Carer Payment
If you’re getting Carer Payment, we may do a medical review of the person you care for from time to time.
Help in your language
We can help you with translated information or you can talk to a service officer who speaks your language.
Approved study or training for Education Entry Payment
You must study an approved course at an approved education provider to get Education Entry Payment (EdEP).
Real estate income
This is lease or rent money you get from a property you own. It counts in your income test.
Addressing income apportionment
Learn more about the steps we’re taking to resolve the use of income apportionment and when debt activities will restart.
Liquid assets waiting period
The liquid assets waiting period is between one and 13 weeks.