How much is Parenting Payment in 2026?

From 20 March 2026, Parenting Payment Single (PPS) is up to $1,028.20 per fortnight. Parenting Payment Partnered (PPP) is up to $673.60 per fortnight. PPS is paid at a higher rate because it includes the Pension Supplement.

What is the income test for Parenting Payment?

For Parenting Payment Single, the income free area is $202.60 per fortnight (plus $24.60 for each extra child). Above this, your payment reduces by 40 cents per dollar. For Parenting Payment Partnered, the free area is $150 per fortnight, with a 50c taper to $256 and 60c above that.

Who is eligible for Parenting Payment?

Parenting Payment Single is for single parents with a child under 14. Parenting Payment Partnered is for partnered parents with a child under 6. You must be an Australian resident and meet income and assets tests.

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