JobSeeker Updates July '25

​🔄 Key Changes Summary

Big Change: Your Jobseeker Support now needs to be renewed every 26 weeks instead of 52 weeks.

Income Reporting: Everyone now reports income weekly instead of annually.

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📋 What This Means for You

If You're Currently on Jobseeker Support:

• You'll gradually move to the new 26-week system

• You'll need to reapply for your benefit every 6 months

• Important: You must complete your reapplication before your expiry date

• You'll need to report any income every week

If You're a Sole Parent:

• If your youngest child turns 14 and you're working full-time, you may not qualify for Jobseeker Support

• You'll now report income weekly (not yearly)

• The temporary full-time employment period is no longer available

If You're a Student on Hardship:

• Sole parents starting from 1 July 2025 will report income weekly

• If you started before 1 July 2025, you may continue with annual income reporting until your benefit ends

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📅 What You Need to Do

1. Keep Track of Your Dates

• Know when your benefit expires

• Start your reapplication process early

• Don't wait until the last minute

2. Report Income Weekly

• Report any work income every week

• Keep records of all earnings

• If you work full-time, you may no longer qualify

3. Stay in Touch with Work and Income

• Attend all appointments

• Respond to letters and requests quickly

• Ask for help if you don't understand something

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🆘 Need Help?

We're here to support you through these changes.

Our Services Include:

• Help with benefit applications and reapplications

• Support with Work and Income meetings

• Assistance with reviews and appeals

• Advocacy for your rights

How to Get Help:

• Book an appointment through our website

• Call us during office hours

• Visit our office - we're here to help

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💡 Important Reminders

• Don't lose your benefit - reapply before it expires

• Keep all paperwork - you'll need it for reapplications

• Ask for help early - don't wait until there's a problem

• Know your rights - we can help you understand them

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Remember: These changes can be confusing, but you don't have to figure them out alone. We're experienced in helping people through benefit processes, and we're here for you.