The scoop
Families who get Family Tax Benefit Part A may also get the Newborn Upfront Payment (a lump sum) and the Newborn Supplement (paid with Family Tax Benefit) to help with the costs of a new baby or adopted child.
You generally can't get these if you're getting Parental Leave Pay for the same child. Check Services Australia for current amounts.
How to claim it
- 1
Claim Family Tax Benefit for your new baby through myGov.
- 2
The newborn payments are assessed as part of that claim.
Who qualifies
- Eligible for Family Tax Benefit Part A
- Not getting Parental Leave Pay for the same child