Change of circumstances while getting Parenting Payment
We need to know about changes to your or your partner’s situation. If you don’t tell us when these changes happen, you may get a debt you’ll have to pay back.
Dependent or independent for Youth Allowance as a job seeker
If you apply for Youth Allowance as a job seeker, we’ll assess you as being either dependent or independent.
Prepare to transfer to Age Pension if you get Parenting Payment
If you get Parenting Payment and you’re Age Pension age, you can apply to transfer to Age Pension.
Veteran Payment affects your income support payment
Information to help you make a choice between Veteran Payment and an income support payment.
Exemptions from the newly arrived resident's waiting period
After you arrive in Australia, there can be a waiting period to get some of our payments and concessions. Find out if you may not have to wait this period.
Waiting periods for Parenting Payment
You may have to wait before your Parenting Payment starts.
Transition to Work activity requirements additional child care subsidy
There are a number of activities that count towards your requirements. These include studying, looking for a job, working or training.
What gifts we include in income and assets tests
We may include your gift if you give away, sell or transfer it for less than its market value.
Independent through work for Youth Allowance as a job seeker
You may be an independent job seeker if you’ve supported yourself through full time paid work.
Independent for ABSTUDY through work
You may be independent if you’ve supported yourself through work.