What Is Centrelink

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Centrelink, Medicare & Child Support

Centrelink is an Australian government agency that delivers social security and related services to the Australian public. It operates under the Department of Services Australia. Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support all fall under Services Australia.

Centrelink manages several payments and services on behalf of different government departments, including income support payments such as the Age Pension, Disability Support Pension, JobSeeker Payment, Parenting Payment, and more.

Family Assistance Payments, Job Services, Disability Services, Youth and Student Services, and Veterans' Services are among the other services and payments provided by Centrelink.

Centrelink is a vital resource for individuals in Australia during various life stages or circumstances, including unemployment, disability, parenthood, or retirement.

To access Centrelink services, individuals typically create an online account through the secure myGov website. Alternatively, one can visit a Centrelink service center for assistance. It's pertinent to note that policies and programs may change, so it's advisable to check the official Centrelink website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date information.

myGov

myGov is a secure online platform providing access to various government services in a centralized location. Once you create a myGov account, you can link it to multiple services, including Medicare, Centrelink, Child Support, among others.

A myGov account offers numerous benefits, such as accessing your online accounts from overseas, updating any personal information online and being able to link to other government services.


Frequently asked Questions

  • How do I access Centerlink services?

    You need to open a myGov account to have access to Centerlink services. Please use the link shared above. You can also download the myGov app. You will be required to share your passport and other identifying documentation.

  • How safe is sharing my personal information on myGov?

    myGov ensures the security of your personal information through various measures, including the use of a robust password entered during the sign-in process. Additionally, a distinctive security code is sent to your mobile phone each time you try to sign in, and entering this code is necessary to finalize the sign-in procedure

  • What is myGovID and how is this different from myGov?

    myGovID is the Australian Government's digital identity app and your myGovID account is unique to ONLY you. This is different from creating a myGov account. The myGovID app lets you prove your identity and securely sign in to participating government online services, such as myGov. So the two can be linked together.