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  2. Centrepay

Centrepay is changing

We’re updating Centrepay so it works better for you. You can use Centrepay to pay for goods and services from approved businesses.

How to get reminders to report income to Centrelink

If you have to report your income each fortnight, we’ll send you an SMS reminder on the day your report is due.

  1. Family Tax Benefit
  2. How to claim

Supporting documents for Family Tax Benefit claims

You’ll need some information to start your claim for Family Tax Benefit. Once you’ve submitted your claim, you’ll also need to provide supporting documents.

Gifting

If you give away your income or assets, they may still count towards your income and assets tests. This also applies if you sell them for less than they’re worth.

Overdrawn bank account

You can get help to access your money if you have an overdrawn bank account.

  1. Having a baby
  2. When your baby arrives

Get information about Parenting Payment and Child Support

You may be able to get Parenting Payment and add your baby to a current child support assessment.

Child support and your Family Tax Benefit Part A

Any child support you receive can affect how much Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A you get.

Paying tax on a Centrelink payment

You may have to pay income tax on your taxable Centrelink payments.

Mutual obligation requirements

Mutual obligation requirements are tasks and activities you agree to do while you get some payments from us. Penalties may apply if you don’t meet them.

  1. Family Tax Benefit
  2. How much you can get

Family Tax Benefit Part B payment rates

The amount of Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part B we’ll pay you depends on the age of your youngest child and your income.

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