Parenting Payment is an income support payment for a principal carer of a young child, with different rules for single parents and partnered parents. Eligibility can depend on your child’s age, income, assets, residence and relationship status, and you may need to meet participation or mutual obligation requirements. The amount, if any, is worked out by Services Australia after assessing your circumstances, and other payments may also be relevant. You can check the current rules and apply through myGov linked to Centrelink, or contact Services Australia for guidance.