Parenting Payment may be available if you are the principal carer of a young child, subject to residence, income and assets tests. Generally, a single principal carer may qualify while their youngest child is under 14, while a partnered principal carer may qualify while their youngest child is under 6. Other rules, including relationship status, waiting periods and mutual obligation requirements, can affect the result. Services Australia makes the final decision, so check the eligibility details and application process at servicesaustralia.gov.au.