Activity test for Child Care Subsidy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children
You can get at least 36 hours of Child Care Subsidy for each child, regardless of the amount of recognised activity you do.
Who can get Additional Child Care Subsidy
You need to be eligible for Child Care Subsidy and meet extra criteria to get Additional Child Care Subsidy.
Why you need to apply for child support while you get FTB Part A
Where possible parents should take primary responsibility for the cost of looking after their children. This is why we ask you to apply for child support.
How to manage your Family Tax Benefit
Your options and obligations for Family Tax Benefit.
Casual or irregular hours of work for Child Care Subsidy
Casual or irregular work hours may affect your subsidised hours of care for Child Care Subsidy.
Travel outside Australia rules for Child Care Subsidy
There are rules about when you can get Child Care Subsidy when you travel outside Australia. The rules also apply to your Additional Child Care Subsidy.
Sole trader or partnership income
Business income is counted in the income test.
Parent Pathways
If you’re a parent or carer for a child under 6 years, you may be able to get help to identify and work towards your goals.
How to claim Single Income Family Supplement
Check if you’re eligible before you start your claim. If you get Family Tax Benefit, you don’t need to claim Single Income Family Supplement (SIFS).
Crisis and other help
We can help if you’re in severe financial hardship, recovering from a disaster, or need special assistance.