Parenting Payment is income support for the principal carer of a young child: generally, the youngest child must be under 14 for a single parent or under 6 for a partnered parent. Your income, assets, relationship status, residence and other circumstances can affect eligibility and the amount payable. Rates and thresholds may be indexed or changed during 2026, so the applicable amount is determined by Services Australia when you claim or report changes. Check the latest details and eligibility rules at servicesaustralia.gov.au.