Re-entering the workforce after looking for work
Getting back to work after a long break can be challenging. Here are tips and resources to help you get back into the workforce.
Payment rates for Energy Supplement on Austudy
If you get Austudy the Energy Supplement amount you get depends on your and your partner’s circumstances and the payment or services you get.
What the Financial Information Service is
The Financial Information Service helps you make informed decisions about your finances.
Centrelink online account help - Apply for an advance payment
Instructions to apply for an advance payment using your Centrelink online account.
Advice of death form (SA116)
Use these forms to advise us of the death of an adult or child. We’ll use these details to update records with Medicare, Centrelink and Child Support.
Income from self employment
If you’re self employed you need to tell us about your business income. This is so we can pay you the right amount. You also need to tell us if this changes.
Relationship details - Separated under one roof form (SS293)
Use this form if you’re separated but live under the same roof as your ex-partner. This is so we can assess whether to pay you as a single person or as a member of a couple.
Residence descriptions
You usually need to be an Australian resident or hold a specific visa type to get a Centrelink payment or concession card.
Concession and health care cards
Concession and health care cards can get you cheaper health services and medicines.
How much Rent Assistance you can get
The amount of Rent Assistance you can get depends on how much rent you pay.