Quick start:
Introducing myGov - a new online service experience
The australia.gov.au account has been replaced by a new service called myGov. Access a range of government services in one secure destination, including:
- Centrelink
- Medicare
- Department of Veterans' Affairs
- Child Support
- National eHealth Record System
Visit my.gov.au to create a new account or find out more.
For existing australia.gov.au account holders, you will be switched to myGov when you next login.
In Focus
Indigenous.gov.auCelebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander local achievements being made across the country. Read about the work that is underway in a particular community. |
National Consumer Fraud Week17 - 23 June 2013 |
Australian of the Year AwardsSubmissions for 2014 awards now open. |
Drug Action Week16 - 22 June 2013 |
Express Plus Mobile AppA simple and fast way to do Centrelink business on the go using a mobile device. Connecting with Centrelink just got easier for families, job seekers, students and seniors. |
National Disability AwardsNominations close 28 June 2013 5pm AEST |
Government Initiatives
DisabilityCare Australia
This new scheme will help provide a better quality of life for Australians with a significant and permanent disability, their families and carers.
Medicare for All
Medicare is making health care more accessible with the after hours GP helpline, eHealth records and Medicare Locals.
National Plan for School Improvement
The aim of the National Plan is to take Australian schools into the top five in the world.
Super. Your money, your future
Superannuation is getting better to help all Australians save for their future. Find out how you'll benefit from the improvements to super.
Child Care Assistance
The Child Care Rebate is not income tested. It pays up to 50 per cent of child care costs, up to $7500 per child per year.
Schoolkids Bonus
A payment to help eligible families and students with the cost of primary and secondary school education.
Household Assistance Package
Helping millions of Australians that need help the most with ongoing assistance and tax cuts.
National Tobacco Campaign
Smoking kills, everybody knows that. But what you really should consider is how smoking kills. Stop before the suffering starts.
National Broadband Network
The NBN will give all Australian homes and businesses access to high-speed, reliable broadband.
Retune
As the final step in Australia's move to digital-only TV, some channels will change frequencies. After they've changed, you'll need to retune your digital TV equipment to keep watching TV.
Experience Plus
Make age an advantage. Call Experience Plus 13 17 64 to find out if you qualify.
Employer Awareness
New penalties will soon apply for employing, contracting or referring non-citizens who are not allowed to work in Australia.
Don't be sorry
The law has changed for people coming by boat to Australia. Tell your family - don't risk being sorry.
Defence Jobs
Find out more about life in the Australian Defence Force or about Army, Navy and Air Force careers.
Digital Switchover
Between 2010 and 2013, analog free-to-air TV signals are being switched off and replaced with digital only signals.
Get MoneySmart now!
Explore this website for help about all things money - easy to use calculators, useful tips and tools. Simple guidance you can trust.
Smartraveller
Get the most out of your trip. Register your travel plans, get travel advice updates and ensure yourself and your belongings.
The Line
When it comes to young people and respectful relationships, sometimes things can be a bit blurry.
Find out more about relationship issues that don't always have an obvious answer.