Disability Employment Services
Services that can help you find and keep a job if you have a disability, illness or injury.
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.
When gifting exceptions apply
We have some exceptions to how we assess gifting.
Work Bonus and your partner’s income
Your partner’s assessable income may also change with the Work Bonus.
Independent for ABSTUDY through work
You may be independent if you’ve supported yourself 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.
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.
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.
Income from employment
If you or your partner get income from employment you need to tell us. This is so we can pay you the right amount.
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.