Commonwealth Rent Assistance is an extra payment that may help eligible Centrelink recipients with the cost of renting privately or in community housing. Eligibility generally depends on the payment you receive, your rent, family circumstances and other details, and it usually is not available for public housing rent. Services Australia may assess you automatically when you provide current accommodation and rent information, but the outcome depends on your circumstances. You can update your details through myGov or check the official Services Australia website for current rules and rates.