Most useful information for recently unemployed

1. How to apply
2. Applying as you transition to work

Supporting documents for Additional Child Care Subsidy Transition to Work

When you apply for Additional Child Care Subsidy Transition to Work, you need to give us evidence.

1. Work Bonus
2. How it works

Work Bonus and your partner’s income

Your partner’s assessable income may also change with the Work Bonus.

1. JobSeeker Payment
2. How to report and manage your payment

Prepare to transfer to Age Pension from JobSeeker Payment

You can’t get JobSeeker Payment if you’re over Age Pension age.

Independent for ABSTUDY through work

You may be independent if you’ve supported yourself through work.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Independent through work

Independent for ABSTUDY through a work related activity

You may be independent by doing a work related activity. You must have been doing it for at least 3 out of the last 4 years.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Independent through work

Independent for ABSTUDY through full time work

You may be independent if you worked full time. You must have worked an average of 30 hours a week for at least 18 months within any 2 year period.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Independent through work

Independent for ABSTUDY through rural and remote students part time work or earnings

You may be independent through work if you’re a student from a rural or remote area.

What to report when you report income to Centrelink

We need to know the gross employment income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.

When to report your income to Centrelink

If you’re getting an income support payment, we’ll tell you when you need to report any other income you get.

1. Employment income reporting
2. When to report

Unscheduled reporting

If your employment income changes, you need to tell us within 14 days. We call this unscheduled reporting, as it can happen any time.