Family payments and allowances
Baby bonus
Baby Bonus is paid to families following the birth (including stillborn babies) or adoption of a child. It recognises the extra costs incurred at the time of a new birth or adoption.
Department of Human Services
Child care rebate
Covers 50% of out of pocket child care expenses, up to a maximum amount per child per year, in addition to any amount you may receive from Child Care Benefit and/or JET Child Care Fee Assistance (if applicable)..
Department of Human Services
Child support and separated parents
The Department of Human Services (DHS) assists separated parents with information, payments and support. There is also information about the child support choices available to you.
Department of Human Services
Double orphan pension
The Double Orphan Pension helps you meet the costs of caring for children who are orphans or who are unable to be cared for by their parents in certain circumstances. There is no income or assets test required.
Department of Human Services
Express Plus Families
iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android - Helps parents to access family payments without having to visit an office or wait on the phone. Connecting with Centrelink just got easier.
Department of Human Services
Family Tax Benefit Part A and Part B
Family Tax Benefit is a payment that helps with the cost of raising children. It is made up of two parts: Family Tax Benefit Part A and Part B. Part A is paid for each child, while Part B gives extra help to single parents and families with one main income.
Department of Human Services
Paid Parental Leave scheme
The Paid Parental Leave scheme provides a government funded entitlement for working parents. You may be eligible for Parental Leave Pay if you are the primary carer of a child born or adopted from 1 January 2011.
Department of Human Services
Rent assistance
Rent Assistance gives extra help to people who pay rent for their accommodation and receive a Centrelink payment.
Department of Human Services