Mutual obligation requirements for principal carers
These are tasks and activities you agree to do to keep getting your payment. They give you a better chance of finding work.
How your variable income may impact your Centrelink payment
If your work hours or income change, we can support you. You may be self-employed, working casual hours, doing contract or seasonal work, or sick or injured.
How a Work Bonus works
The Work Bonus reduces the amount of your eligible income that is calculated in the income test. This helps us work out your rate of payment.
How to claim the Qld Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, Mar 2025 - Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment
There are 3 steps to claim Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment.
Verification of voluntary work form (SU462)
Job seekers and voluntary work organisations can use this form.
Employment income
This is pay you get for work you've done for an employer.
Starting your claim for JobSeeker Payment
You can start your claim for JobSeeker Payment up to 13 weeks before your circumstances change.
How an Income Bank works
You can earn up to $528 a fortnight under the personal income test before we reduce your payment.
Being on a Centrelink payment while you're working
When you get a Centrelink payment while you’re working, you might have a few questions about what happens next.
Centrelink online account help - Update your banking details
Instructions on how to update your banking details, including cash, cheques, loans, savings, deeming accounts and term deposit accounts.