We’re improving our financial hardship letters
You might notice some changes to some of the aged care letters you get from us.
Easter and Anzac Day public holiday closures
Your Centrelink payment and reporting dates may change due to the upcoming public holidays.
Supplement your retirement income with the Home Equity Access Scheme (HEAS)
Eligible older Australians can apply for a voluntary, tax-free loan from us that’s secured against suitable Australian real estate.
Confirm your family income for Family Tax Benefit by 30 June 2025
If you got Family Tax Benefit (FTB) in the 2023-24 financial year, you need to confirm your family income.
More areas eligible for support for Queensland Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, March 2025
If you've been directly affected by this disaster, we have Australian Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) and Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA) to help you.
Latest edition of A guide to Australian Government payments is now available
The guide provides information about the payments we deliver.
Changes to work rules if you get Carer Payment
You can work flexibly while getting Carer Payment and you don’t need to report study, training or volunteering.
Additional areas can now claim for North Queensland Floods, January - February 2025
Support has been extended to areas in North Queensland affected by floods that started on 29 January 2025.
More support for Queensland Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, March 2025
Financial support is available in more areas if you've been affected by this disaster.
Further support for Queensland Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, March 2025
More areas in Queensland can claim Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP).