Approved Activities:What are approved activities?Approved activities are employment related activities you can undertake while you continue to receive Newstart Allowance or Youth Allowance. Approved activities give you the chance to improve your skills and self-confidence, develop self-esteem, get a reference and gain valuable work experience. The activity must help your prospects of finding work or help you find suitable paid work. What approved activities can I undertake?The types of activities you may undertake include:
Do I need permission to undertake an approved activity?Yes. If you are receiving a Newstart or Youth Allowance, you need Centrelink approval before you start if you are going to undertake an activity instead of looking for work. The activity may be for up to a maximum of 12 months. Can I appeal if my application to do an approved activity is not approved?Yes, you always have the right to appeal any decision made by Centrelink. For more information about how to have a decision looked at again, go to Reviews and Appeals. Do I still have to meet the Activity Test if I am undertaking an approved activity?No. You meet the Activity Test while you are participating in a full-time approved activity. If you are the principal carer of a child under 16 years of age, or you have been assessed as having a partial capacity to work, you may be able to meet the activity test by participating in a part-time approved activity. Did you find what you were looking for? You can also try the A-Z list, quick links, search, site help or send us feedback on how to make this a better website. |