Lenore Taylor 
Centrelink’s medical certificate exemption period has grown from 13 weeks to 24 months. This change starts on January 1, 2025. It affects major income support programs in Australia. These programs include JobSeeker, Youth Allowance, and Parenting Payment Single. Special Benefits for Nominated Visa Holders are also affected. This new policy aims to support Australians facing … Read more
Did you know the Australian government spends $22 billion a year on aged care? This shows how vital these services are for our seniors. With more Australians aged 65 and over expected by 2057, it’s key to understand the aged care payment system. Residential aged care is for those who can’t live alone anymore. It … Read more
All DVA Gold Card holders get full dental coverage, even during holidays. This shows how well the Department of Veterans’ Affairs supports Australian veterans and families. DVA benefits go beyond dental care to offer wide-ranging support. DVA’s commitment to veterans shines during festive times. Essential services stay open when needed most. The department adapts to … Read more
Households in Western Australia (WA) are in for a pleasant surprise. The state government is giving them a $350 electricity credit for their power bills. This is part of a big energy relief program to help with the high cost of living. The first part of this credit will show up in power bills in … Read more
This festive season, Australians on Centrelink can get their payments early. The Australian Government has set up an early payment plan. This is to help with the financial stress of Christmas. The plan is to support low-income families and individuals. It ensures they have money before the holiday season starts. This way, Aussies can plan … Read more
Scammers are taking advantage of the rising cost of living in Australia. The Services Australia agency has warned about fake websites claiming Centrelink recipients can get a $600 “cash bonus”. This is a scam targeting those in need. Hank Jongen, the Services Australia general manager, said these scam sites are spreading on social media. They … Read more
More than 17,000 childcare workers in Australia are getting a pay rise right now. This is thanks to the government’s big 15% wage hike plan. The increase is happening at over 650 Goodstart Early Learning centres across the country. This pay boost is a big help for workers in a sector that has often been … Read more
Aussie Facebook users, get ready! A massive $50 million settlement is coming your way. It’s part of a class action lawsuit against Facebook for data privacy breaches from 2010 to 2020. This will be the biggest payout in Australia’s digital history, giving millions a much-needed financial boost. This settlement is the result of years of … Read more
Services Australia has announced a big change for Centrelink payments. From December 19, they won’t accept foreign currency cheques or international money orders. This affects thousands of Aussies living overseas who use these methods for Centrelink transactions. The change matches Australia’s move towards digital payments. It’s part of the plan to go cheque-free by 2030. … Read more
The Australian government gives over $16 billion yearly to help families with newborns. There are many support options for new parents. These include Centrelink newborn payment and Parental Leave Pay. Knowing about these payments can really help your family. Each has its own rules for who can get it. It’s worth looking into what you … Read more