Commonwealth Rent Assistance — separated couple, 1–2 dependent children (each)
What is it?
Commonwealth Rent Assistance — separated couple, 1–2 dependent children (each) is part of the Commonwealth Rent Assistance program — an Australian government benefit. It is available across Australia.
How much can you get?
$257.88 per fortnight
≈ $6,704.88 per year
Who can apply?
- Must be: Receiving a qualifying Centrelink payment
- Must be: Renting privately
- Relationship status: partnered (married or de facto)
- Special living arrangement: one of — separated by illness respite or prison, temporarily separated
- Number of children in care: 1 or more
- Number of children in care: 2 or less
- Fortnightly rent ($): more than $203.28
Always check the official source for full and current eligibility requirements.
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