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The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) provides access to benefits for basic dental services for children and teenagers aged 2 to 17.

Child Support is an amount of money transferred between separated parents used to help raise their children. There are a number of ways you can transfer Child Support, whether you live in Australia or overseas.

01 May 2019... Some migrants need to get an Assurance of Support (AoS) before their visa to live in Australia can be granted.

Concession and health care cards can get you cheaper health services and medicines. The type of your concession or health care card you can get depends on your situation.

You may need to confirm your identity when you claim a payment or service. Centrelink can translate documents needed for your claim, for free.

01 May 2020... This is an audio Easy Read version explaining how Services Australia (Centrelink) can help if you are affected by Coronavirus (COVID-19)

To get a family payment for a child under 20 years of age, you need to make sure their immunisations are up to date.

01 May 2021... If your child is leaving high school and going on to study further, they may be eligible for a student payment from Centrelink. Click any transcript to see the English version.

The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension.

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

This brochure contains information that might be useful to you if you've recently moved to Australia. Settling in can be a challenging experience. As a new arrival, you may be able to get some payments and services from the Australian Government. The brochure is bilingual. Scroll to the end of the document to read the English version.

01 Sep 2018... Use this guide if you don't have an online account with a service.

We provide high quality Centrelink, Medicare, and Child Support services

We use your family income estimate to work out how much family assistance to pay you. This includes Family Tax Benefit (FTB) and Child Care Subsidy (CCS)

21 Jan 2022... If you get a Centrelink income support you need to report your income. You must report your employment income to avoid getting a debt. Watch this video for tips about getting your reporting right.

16 May 2022... A bilingual factsheet that explains how Medicare works, how to enrol and using a Medicare card. Medicare helps cover the cost of a range of medical services.

30 Nov 2022... If you or your partner have started working, you need to inform Centrelink immediately. This is because what you and your partner earn affects your Status Resolution Support Services (SRSS) payments. This fact sheet explains how and what you need to report.

If you receive a Centrelink payment, you need to tell us about your income and any changes in your circumstances. This is so we can ensure you get the correct payment amount and are not overpaid. This resource lists all the changes in circumstances you need to report to Centrelink.

01 Sep 2019... After the end of the financial year we compare your income estimate with your actual income. This is to make sure we pay you the correct amount of family assistance.

Centrelink payment while you are outside Australia.

01 Sep 2018... You might be eligible for a crisis payment when you need additional support from Centrelink. Crisis Payment is a special one-off payment that may be paid to you in certain special circumstances.

Child Care Subsidy helps with the cost of approved child care. This audio resource talks about the eligibility criteria you must meet.

01 Apr 2021... From 20 March 2020, JobSeeker Payment is the main income support payment. You can get it if you are between 22 years of age and Age Pension age.

Centrelink reviews your details to make sure people get the right payment amount and also checks people are eligible for a payment.

The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell the department about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension.

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Apr 2021... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

Centrelink self service options provide an easier and more convenient way to report. Most customers will no longer be sent a paper reporting form in the mail. You will now receive your future reporting notifications by your choice of either SMS, email or online letter.

The Financial Information Service (FIS) is an education and information service available to everyone in the community. FIS helps people to make informed decisions about investment and financial issues for their current and future financial needs

The Australian Government Department of Human Services (Human Services) has arrangements with a number of countries under International Conventions and Agreements. This means if your children live overseas, the person caring for them can apply for Child Support. If the application is accepted, the Department's role is to transfer payments on your behalf and enforce them if necessary

Australia and New Zealand have an agreement that governs how Child Support is administered between the two countries. If you live in Australia, and the other parent and children live in New Zealand, this agreement means that New Zealand Inland Revenue Child Support (NZIRCS) and the Australian Government Department of Human Services (Human Services) work together to transfer payments.

When you welcome a new child into your family and want to take time off work, it's good to know you can get some financial support to help you.

01 Sep 2018... These audio files explain what you need to do if you have a Centrelink debt.

01 Oct 2016... This fact sheet is designed to help refugee and migrant women living in Victoria, and the community services that work with them to better understand Centrelink, employment agencies and the Australian Taxation Office. Whether we are able to understand and use the financial systems in Australia and take part in the economy affects our health, safety and wellbeing.

01 Jun 2021... Legal Aid NSW can can give you legal advice and information about your Centrelink problem.

15 Aug 2022... If you have been granted a Temporary Protection Visa (TPV) Subclass 785 or a Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (SHEV) Subclass 790, you will no longer get the Status Resolution Support Services (SRSS) payment. You may be able to get special benefits if you are in financial hardship.

19 Oct 2022... If you’re directly affected by a declared disaster, Centrelink have lump sum payments and ongoing, short term allowances to help you. You may be eligible for more than one of these.

01 Jun 2021... Information to help you avoid being overpaid or to manage owing money for a Centrelink debt. Centrelink are restarting debt activity after the COVID-19 debt pause. Listen to audio transcriptions of their video about restarting debt repayments.

01 Mar 2021... As a job seeker, this guide shows you how you can report your income and Job Plan requirements using your Centrelink online account.

01 Sep 2022... Centrepay is a free and voluntary service to pay bills and expenses as regular deductions from your Centrelink payments. This factsheet explains how to do it.

From 7 December 2020, the way you report your employment income is changing.

01 Jul 2021... Information about the main income support payment for people who have reached Age Pension age including who can get it, how much you can get, how to claim and how to manage your payment.

30 Jun 2022... Child Care Subsidy helps with the cost of approved child care. This information sheet lists the eligibility criteria you must meet.

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension.

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension.

01 Apr 2021... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

Income Management is a way to help you manage your money to meet essential household needs and expenses. Your payments will not reduce but the way you receive them will change. Centrelink will work with you so that part of your payments will be used to pay for things you and your family need.

01 Sep 2021... Information on how you can get an immunisation history statement to show proof of your coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccinations.

The Commonwealth Ombudsman investigates complaints about the administrative actions of Australian Government entities and prescribed private sector organisations.

01 Jan 2019... The Paid Parental Leave scheme is funded by the Australian Government and provides financial support for new parents while they're off work, caring for their newborn or recently adopted child. There are two payments available to eligible working parents under the scheme: This information sheet is for employers.

If your child is turning 4, they may need to have a health check. If they don't, your Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A rate may reduce.

01 May 2019... If you recently arrived in Australia, you will generally have to wait 104 weeks until you can access most of our income support payments.

Australia and New Zealand have an agreement that governs how Child Support is administered between the two countries. If you live, and care for children, in Australia and the other parent lives in New Zealand, this agreement means that the Australian Government Department of Human Services (Human Services) and the New Zealand Inland Revenue Child Support (NZIRCS) work together to transfer payments.

The Australian Government Department of Human Services (Human Services) has arrangements with a number of countries under International Conventions and Agreements. This means if the other parent of your children lives in one of these countries, we can ask them to pay Child Support. We may also ask the relevant overseas authority to collect payments.

This form is used to confirm that you consent to your treating health professionals and/or health providers disclosing relevant information about your disability or medical conditions to the Australian Government Department of Human Services (the department), or assessors engaged by the department.

This audio resource outlines the Disability Support Pension that provides financial support for people who have a physical, intellectual or psychiatric condition. It outlines eligibility for the pension, the process of claiming the pension and the associated Job Capacity Assessment and Disability Medical Assessment.

Crisis Payment is a special one-off payment to assist with immediate settlement needs if you are a newly arrived humanitarian entrant.

'Gifting' is when you or your partner give away or dispose of an asset. Depending on the value of the gift this might have an impact on your Centrelink payments.

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension.

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

The Financial Information Service (FIS) is an education and information service available to everyone in the community. FIS helps people to make informed decisions about investment and financial issues for their current and future financial needs

If Centrelink, Medicare or Child Support haven't met their service commitments, you can make a complaint or provide feedback to help improve their services.

Centrelink reviews your details to make sure people get the right payment amount and also checks people are eligible for a payment.

01 Nov 2019... There are things you must do to keep getting your payment and have a better chance of finding work

01 May 2019... Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way to protect your child against harmful diseases that can cause serious health problems.

From July 2020, you may see your income compliance debt change. This is if Centrelink raised your debt using averaging of Australian Taxation Office (ATO) income information.

Income Management is a way to help you manage your money for essential household needs and expenses.

01 Sep 2019... Centrelink offers payments to people who care for someone. This information sheet explains whether you are eligible for financial support and how you can claim it.

This fact sheet provides advice for parents with a baby with Down Syndrome. It includes a checklist of things you need to do if your baby is born with Down Syndrome, from enjoying your baby to contacting Centrelink.

This video talks about the Medicare Card and the Health Care Card and the types of concessions you can get. It is important to tell the department when your circumstances change.

22 Aug 2022... Centrelink offers payments and services to help you settle into life in Australia. There are things you must do to keep receiving your payment. Centrelink calls these 'mutual obligation requirements'.

The Australian Government Department of Human Services (Human Services) has arrangements with a number of countries under International Conventions and Agreements. This means if your children live in Australia, we can ask you to pay Child Support under the Australian Child Support Scheme even though you live overseas,

Parenting Payment is income support for parents or guardians to help with the cost of raising children.

01 Sep 2018... Use this guide if you have a linking code from a service. This is a step by step guide on how you can add and access an Australian government service to your myGov website.

The Australian Government Department of Human Services (Human Services) has arrangements with a number of countries under International Conventions and Agreements. This means if you and your children live overseas and the other parent lives in Australia we can help transfer payments to you

If you do not agree with a decision about your entitlements, you have the right to ask for a review of the decision.

The Australian Government offers a range of payments and services to help families with the costs of child care.

28 Oct 2022... Information for people living outside Australia who get a Centrelink payment. The Australian Pension News are published once a year in October.

If you receive a Centrelink payment, you need to tell us about your income and any changes in your circumstances. This is so we can ensure you get the correct payment amount and are not overpaid. This audio resource talks about changes in circumstances you need to report to Centrelink.

This translated resource outlines the Disability Support Pension that provides financial support for people who have a physical, intellectual or psychiatric condition. It outlines eligibility for the pension, the process of claiming the pension and the associated Job Capacity Assessment and Disability Medical Assessment.

23 Sep 2022... Centrepay is a free and voluntary service to pay bills and expenses as regular deductions from your Centrelink payments. The translated audio files explain how to do it.

If you recently arrived in Australia, you will generally have to wait 104 weeks until you can access most of our income support payments.

01 Sep 2019... Property or items that you or your partner own in full or part, or have an interest in, can affect your payment.

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's income- and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension.

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension

01 Dec 2019... The Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers Australian social security payments to individuals. You will have to tell us about all of your- and in some instances, your partner's- income and assets if you want to claim an Australian pension.

Family Tax Benefit is a two part payment that helps with the cost of raising children. This fact sheet explains the difference of Family Tax Benefit A and B and who is eligible.

If you pay Child Support under a foreign system, Australia will help the other country arrange payments from you. In these cases, the Department of Health's role is to transfer payments on your behalf and enforce them if necessary. The Department is unable to make any changes to the amount you pay unless instructed by the overseas authority or an Australian court.

In Australia, the government helps people with a wide range of payments. This video outlines if you are eligible and how you can apply for these payments.

01 Jul 2021... Information on payments and financial help to people who provide daily care for someone with severe disability, a medical condition, or who is frail aged.

The Pensioner Education Supplement helps with the ongoing costs of study in secondary or tertiary courses. This fact sheet list the rules you have to meet in order to be eligible.

You can contact the Multicultural Services to speak to someone in your language about Centrelink payments and services.

You can contact the Multicultural Services to speak to someone in your language about Centrelink payments and services.

Centrelink is committed to keeping your personal information safe and values your online security. You play an important role in keeping your information safe when you are online. Here are some ways you can ensure your information stays private when you are online.

It is really important that you let Centrelink know if any of your personal circumstances change. These changes could affect your payments. This resource talks about what and when to tell Centrelink and explains what happens if you don't tell Centrelink.

01 Sep 2019... If you are a member of a couple, it can affect what payments you can get and your payment rate.

01 Jun 2021... If you are going through a difficult time and need support, Services Australia social workers can help you for free. They can provide short-term counselling, information, and referrals to other support networks. To see the English version click on any transcript of any language.

Social workers can help if you are experiencing a crisis, are in need of support or are unsure how to access the right assistance. This fact sheet provides information on why and where to contact a social worker.

Rent Assistance provides financial help to people who pay rent and receive a Centrelink payment from us

If you suspect someone may be committing fraud against Centrelink, Medicare or Child Support, you should report it

01 Sep 2019... Holders of partner provisional or interdependency visas may receive the following payments Family Tax Benefit, Parental Leave Pay or Dad and Partner Pay, or Double Orphan Pension if they are temporarily outside Australia for an approved reason.

The Taskforce identifies people who deliberately withhold or provide false information to claim welfare payments.

30 Nov 2022... The Status Resolution Support Services (SRSS) payment helps you meet basic living expenses while you are in Australia and waiting to hear about your immigration status. You might be eligible for a Living Allowance. Depending on your circumstances, your payment may also include Rental Assistance Allowance and/or Dependent Child Allowance. You may also be given access to Medicare.

01 Nov 2019... Centrelink can help grandparents and other non-parent carers of children. This fact sheets gives you with more information about your possible entitlements and provides contact details of relevant services.