How the Rent Deduction Scheme works
First you’ll need to authorise your rent deduction with your housing authority.
Getting a medical certificate for Special Benefit
If you get Special Benefit and can’t work or study for a short time you may need to give us a medical certificate.
What your commitments are for Disability Support Pension (DSP)
There are things you must do to keep getting your Disability Support Pension (DSP).
Income Apportionment Resolution Scheme
If you have a debt which may be affected by income apportionment, you can apply for the Income Apportionment Resolution Scheme.
Changing your child’s care arrangements
If the amount of time you care or share the care for a child changes, this may affect your payments and services.
Who can get Special Benefit
You may get Special Benefit if you’re not eligible for any other income support and you meet the eligibility rules.
Centrelink online account help - Apply for an advance payment
Instructions to apply for an advance payment using your Centrelink online account.
Diagnosed, reasonably treated and stabilised for Disability Support Pension
Your medical condition must be diagnosed, reasonably treated and stabilised to meet the Disability Support Pension (DSP) general medical rules.
Getting a Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) payment
Find out if you or your partner getting a Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) payment could affect your eligibility for a payment from us.
Who can get Parental Leave Pay
To get Parental Leave Pay, you need to meet certain rules.