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Centrelink assists people to become self-sufficient and supports those in need

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Caretaker Arrangements

On 19 July 2010 the Australian Government assumed a caretaker role, with an election to be held on 21 August 2010. Information on Human Services Portfolio websites will be published in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions circulated by the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.

  • Paid Parental Leave is a government funded entitlement for working parents
  • Join us in Tasmania, SA and Victoria during July and August
  • From 1 July 2010 there will be further changes to Youth Allowance and ABSTUDY
  • Pulse is Centrelink's new community newsletter for customers who receive Disability Support Pension
  • The Online Letters service is a simple, safe and secure alternative to receive most of your letters online

Important news

  • New requirements for Family Tax Benefit children aged 16-20
  • Further changes to student income support
  • Changes to Income Management in NT
  • Changes to reporting requirements for job seekers

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  • Page last updated: 28 July 2010