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How much Parenting Payment you can get depends on your and your partner’s circumstances.
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A 2 part payment that helps with the cost of raising children.
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A concession card to get cheaper health care and some discounts if you’re on a low income.
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We cover some or all of your child’s health care costs.
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A payment for up to 100 days, or 20 weeks, while you care for a child born or adopted from 1 July 2023.
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We can help you access payments and services if you’re living with disability.
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Covers part or the full cost of some basic dental services for children if you get certain payments from us.
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Information and resources to help you keep your child safe.
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