The Finance Algorithm
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Govt Support Finder.

Find and estimate government schemes, grants, and rebates individuals/families may be eligible for in 2026.

Live dataFree, no signupOn-deviceLiveupd March 2026
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Your numbers
35

Enter your current age (16 or older)

Australian citizens/permanent residents are eligible for most support.

1

Number of dependent children or family members.

Many support programs depend on your work status.

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$55k

Estimate your total pre-tax income for 2026.

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Navigating government payments and support schemes can feel overwhelming. The Govt Support Finder helps Australians quickly estimate their eligibility for hundreds of grants, rebates, and assistance programs available in 2026. Whether you’re a student, parent, pensioner, or just seeking extra help, this tool matches your profile with current benefits — from childcare and education to health, housing, and utilities.

§ Worked examples

Real-world scenarios

Family with young children

Single parent, 32, 2 kids, employed part-time, $50k income, looking for childcare and rent assistance.

Inputs

age:32dependants:2employmentStatus:EmployedannualIncome:50,000interestArea:Childcare, Housing

Likely eligible for Family Tax Benefit, Rent Assistance, and the Child Care Subsidy. May also qualify for energy rebates and minor state grants.

Mature-age job seeker

55-year-old permanent resident, no dependants, recently unemployed, $0 income, support needed for job-seeking and basic expenses.

Inputs

age:55dependants:0employmentStatus:UnemployedannualIncome:0

Likely eligible for JobSeeker Payment, various re-training grants, and health care concessions.

§ FAQ

Questions Australians ask

§ Glossary

Plain-English definitions

Centrelink
Australian Government social security and welfare payments agency.
Means Test
Assessment of your income and assets to determine eligibility for payments.
Rebate
A partial refund to help cover personal or family expenses (e.g., energy, rent).
Family Tax Benefit
A payment for eligible families to help with the cost of raising children.