Nth Qld Floods, Jan - Feb 2025 - Disaster Recovery Allowance
Support if you’ve lost income as a direct result of North Queensland floods that started in January - February 2025.
Heating or cooling for medical needs
You can get the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP) for heating or cooling used for medical needs.
Caring for older Australians
Information and resources to help you care for an older Australian.
How to get Carer Supplement
You don’t need to apply for Carer Supplement. If you’re eligible, we’ll pay it straight into your bank account.
Child to adult transfer for Carer Payment and/or Carer Allowance form (SA432)
Use this form if you cannot complete the Child to Adult Transfer online to tell us about the level of care you personally provide for a person who is turning 16 years.
How to claim Carer Adjustment Payment
You need to complete a form to claim Carer Adjustment Payment.
West Qld Heavy Rain and Flooding, Mar 2025 - Disaster Recovery Allowance
Support if you’ve lost income as a direct result of Western Queensland heavy rain and flooding that started in March 2025.
Breaks from caring when you get Carer Allowance
You can still get Carer Allowance if you take a break from providing care.
How much Child Disability Assistance Payment you can get
You can get up to $1,000 each year for each child who qualifies you for Carer Allowance.
Who can get Child Disability Assistance Payment
To get this payment, you need to be getting Carer Allowance for a child younger than 16 for a period that includes 1 July.