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. This page from the Family Assistance Office links to information about eligibility, rates and how to apply.

http://www.familyassist.gov.au/payments/family-assistance-payments/baby-bonus/

Child care estimator

Child Care estimator helps families budget for their child care costs for Child Care Benefit, Child Care Rebate entitlements, and out-of-pocket child care costs. The rate estimator lets you estimate Centrelink and/or Family Assistance, Child Support, and Child Care payments you may be able to receive, based on your current or proposed circumstances. You do not need to register to use this service.

http://australia.gov.au/service/child-care-estimator

Child care rebate

The Child Care Rebate helps working families with the cost of child care. The Child Care Rebate covers 50 per cent of out-of-pocket child care expenses for approved child care up to the annual cap. The Child Care Rebate is a payment delivered through the Family Assistance Office.

http://www.familyassist.gov.au/payments/family-assistance-payments/child-care-rebate.php

Child support scheme

The Child Support Scheme is administered by the Child Support Agency (CSA). It helps separated parents transfer child support for the benefit of their children. It provides choices in managing child support so it works for both parents.

http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/services/CSA/the-child-support-scheme

Double orphan pension

Double Orphan Pension helps you meet the costs of caring for children who are orphans. This page from the Family Assistance Office helps you find information on eligibility, how much and when you can be paid.

http://www.familyassist.gov.au/payments/family-assistance-payments/double-orphan-pension.php

Family tax benefit Part A

This page from the Family Assistance Office links to information on eligibility for Family Tax Benefit Part A, payment rates and payment options.

http://www.familyassist.gov.au/payments/family-assistance-payments/family-tax-benefit/family-tax-benefit-part-a/

Family tax benefit Part B

This page from the Family Assistance Office links to information about eligibility, rates and payment options for Family Tax Benefit Part B.

http://www.familyassist.gov.au/payments/family-assistance-payments/family-tax-benefit/family-tax-benefit-part-b/

Large family supplement

Large Family Supplement is an extra payment to assist families with three or more children. This page from the Family Assistance Office links to information about eligibility, rates and how to apply.

http://www.familyassist.gov.au/payments/family-assistance-payments/large-family-supplement.php

Maternity immunisation allowance

Maternity Immunisation Allowance (MIA) is a non-income tested payment that is generally paid as two separate amounts. The first amount will be paid if your child is fully immunised between 18-24 months and the second amount will be paid if your child is fully immunised between four and five years of age. This page from the Family Assistance Office links to information about eligibility, rates and how to apply.

http://www.familyassist.gov.au/payments/family-assistance-payments/maternity-immunisation-allowance/

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.

http://www.familyassist.gov.au/payments/family-assistance-payments/paid-parental-leave-scheme/

Rent assistance

Rent Assistance gives extra help if you receive more than the base rate of Family Tax Benefit Part A, and pay rent to private landlords. This page from the Family Assistance Office links to information about eligibility, rates and how to apply.

http://www.familyassist.gov.au/payments/family-assistance-payments/rent-assistance/