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
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
The Australian Nursing Federation (ANF) has proposed a 12.5% pay rise for nurses and midwives. This could lead to real wage increases of over 18% for some healthcare workers. It might be the highest average pay hike in Western Australia’s history. ANF State Secretary Romina Raschilla highlighted the offer’s importance. She said it aims to … Read more
Next time you receive change, take a closer look at your $2 coins. While most will be the standard gold-colored variety, you might stumble upon something special – a coloured coin that could be worth hundreds of dollars more than its face value. The story of Australia’s coloured $2 coins began in 2012 when the … Read more
Important changes are coming to Centrelink medical certificate exemptions, with the maximum timeframe being extended to 24 months from 1 January 2025. This update affects job seekers who are unable to meet their Centrelink payment requirements due to illness or injury. Category Previous Timeframe New Timeframe Medical Exemptions 13 weeks Up to 24 months Temporary … Read more
The Salvation Army in Australia faces its toughest Christmas ever. Recent research reveals shocking statistics about Australians’ financial struggles. This year, the charity aims to help more people than ever before. A whopping 6.3 million Aussies will struggle with housing costs this Christmas. That’s nearly 30% of the population. Even more concerning, one in five … Read more
The Australian Government’s Services Australia has announced that applications for the 2025 Student Start-up Loan (SSL) program are now open. This financial assistance program offers eligible Australian citizens the opportunity to receive payments biannually. Qualified recipients who currently receive Youth Allowance, Austudy, or ABSTUDY Living Allowance may be eligible to borrow $1,321 in both January … Read more
The Australian Government has announced an energy bill relief measure, offering households a $300 rebate. However, this initiative should be considered alongside potentially greater cost-saving opportunities. Analysis indicates that Australian consumers are collectively incurring a $4 billion energy loyalty tax due to reluctance in changing service providers. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has … Read more
In Australia, there’s a whopping $18 billion in lost and unclaimed super funds waiting to be found. Financial experts are telling everyone to check their superannuation accounts. A Perth mum, Fiona, found $45,000 in lost super from old jobs with a quick look on her myGov account. Many Australians have more than one super account, … Read more
The Australian government’s Centrelink agency has introduced a $1000 Advance Payment. This program aims to help those facing financial difficulties. It provides immediate cash to cover unexpected costs or urgent needs before the next Centrelink payment. Summary at a Glance $1000 Centrelink Advance Payment The Centrelink Advance Payment system is a big help for those … Read more