Centrelink & $550 supplement (Sole traders and Self- employed)

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Easier eligibility for sole traders & self- employed, with an additional $550 per fortnight supplement paid from 27 April. Includes Jobseeker, Youth Allowance, ABSTUDY, Parenting Payment, Farm & Special Benefit recipients.

The full $550 applies if entitlement to the above is at least $1 after test reductions. No Asset Test or Liquid Asset Test Waiting Period, Income Test applies.

Income Test reduction is at 50% over $104, 60% over $254 or partner earnings over $994.

Apply direct to Centrelink using mygov online or by phone.