Change of circumstances when you get Rent Assistance
We need to know about changes that could affect or stop your Rent Assistance.
How much Parenting Payment you can get
How much Parenting Payment you can get depends on your and your partner’s circumstances.
Income
Most types of income count in your income test. We use this and your assets test to assess if you can get a payment, and to calculate your rate of payment.
Crisis and other help
We can help if you’re in severe financial hardship, recovering from a disaster, or need special assistance.
Payments while outside Australia
To get your payment or concession card while outside Australia, you must continue to meet the qualification rules at all times.
Sole trader or partnership income
Business income is counted in the income test.
How to report your income to Centrelink
You can report your employment income in different ways.
Terms and conditions for electronic messaging
If you give us your mobile number or email address, you may get electronic messages from us.
Relationship details form (SS284)
Use this form to provide us details of your living arrangements. This is so we can assess whether to pay you as a single person or as a member of a couple.
Proving your identity online for Centrelink
How to prove who you are to Centrelink online.