Retirement village or lifestyle village rent type for rent assistance
Eligibility for Rent Assistance when you’re in retirement living.
Overdrawn bank account
You can get help to access your money if you have an overdrawn bank account.
How to get reminders to report income to Centrelink
If you have to report your income each fortnight, we’ll send you an SMS reminder on the day your report is due.
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.
How much Pensioner Education Supplement you can get
Depending on your circumstances, there are 2 different rates of Pensioner Education Supplement you can get.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
Financial Information Service live webinars
We have free webinars to help you understand your finances.
Lump sums while on income support
A lump sum is a one-off amount of money. They can count in your income test and may affect your payment from us.
Income from scholarships for students and apprentices
Income you get from scholarships can count in your income test. It might affect your payments.
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.