Parenting Payment is an income support payment for 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. The amount and eligibility depend on your family and financial circumstances, and Services Australia makes the final decision. You can check the rules and claim through myGov linked to Centrelink, or visit servicesaustralia.gov.au for current information.