What happens when your child turns 19
When your child turns 19, your eligibility for Family Tax Benefit (FTB) stops. There are also some things to know if they start tertiary study.
Income Stream Reviews
Each financial year we review certain types of income streams. We do this to ensure we assess your payments and concession cards correctly.
What happens when your child turns 18
Your child turning 18 or stopping school may affect Family Tax Benefit (FTB), child support and their eligibility for payment.
Severe financial hardship provisions
We may reduce or waive your waiting period for a payment if you meet the severe financial hardship provisions.
What happens when your child turns 16
When your child turns 16, your Family Tax Benefit (FTB) may change. Your child may be eligible for a payment. They can also register as an organ donor.
Benefits of Special Disability Trusts
If you have a Special Disability Trust you may get a gifting concession and assets test assessment exemption.
Other circumstances that affect hours of subsidised child care for Child Care Subsidy
The number of hours of subsidised child care you can get depends on your circumstances.
Recognised participation and activity test for Child Care Subsidy
Your recognised participation may affect the hours of subsidised child care you can get.
Loans and concession cards when you retire
There are other concessions and financial help you can get during your retirement.
If your child is enrolled in other child care service
If your child attends multiple child care services, you can choose the amount of hours we pay to each service.