$2735 Centrelink Newborn Payment 2025 – Who Qualifies & How to Claim

Raising a baby in 2025 isn’t cheap—and the Australian government knows it. To help parents cover those early costs, Centrelink offers the Newborn Payment, a financial support package designed for families welcoming a baby by birth or adoption. Starting this year, eligible parents can access a $2,735 payment for their first child, combining an upfront lump sum and a supplement spread across 13 weeks.

What Is the $2,735 Centrelink Newborn Payment 2025?

The Newborn Payment is part of the Family Tax Benefit (FTB) system administered by Services Australia. It’s meant to ease the cost of baby essentials—nappies, formula, cots, strollers—at a time when household expenses surge.

• Upfront Payment: $683 one-time.
• Newborn Supplement: $2,052.05 spread over up to 13 weeks.
• Combined Benefit: $2,735.05 (non-taxable).

For subsequent children, the total is reduced to $1,368.23 (upfront + supplement).

If twins or multiple births are involved, families may combine Newborn Payment for one child and Parental Leave Pay for another, depending on eligibility.

Who Can Get It?

Eligibility is tied to residency, caregiving, and income rules.

You may qualify if you:

• Live in Australia and are an Australian resident.
• Have given birth to, or adopted, a child.
• Are responsible for the day-to-day care of that child.
• Have not already claimed Parental Leave Pay for the same child.
• Meet income and asset test limits under the Family Tax Benefit Part A system.

You won’t qualify if:

• Your spouse is already receiving the payment for that child.
• You are claiming Parental Leave Pay for the same child.

Payment Breakdown

Situation	Supplement	Upfront	Total
First Child	$2,052.05	$683	$2,735.05
Other Children	$685.23	$683	$1,368.23

The supplement is generally linked to FTB Part A and is paid fortnightly, while the upfront portion arrives as a single direct deposit.

How to Claim the Newborn Payment 2025

1. Apply for Family Tax Benefit (FTB): This is the gateway to accessing the Newborn Payment. You must lodge an FTB claim within 3 months of your baby’s birth or adoption.
2. Provide Documentation: Proof of birth or adoption, residency, and income details.
3. Centrelink Assessment: Services Australia checks your eligibility under FTB rules.
4. Receive Payment: If approved, the upfront payment and supplement are automatically credited to your nominated bank account.

Why It Matters

With baby costs often spiking in the first few months, a $2,735 tax-free payment can be the difference between financial strain and stability. From nappies and formula to rent adjustments and healthcare, this support acknowledges the very real expenses of starting or growing a family.

Key Takeaways

• $2,735 Newborn Payment = $683 upfront + $2,052 supplement over 13 weeks.
• Subsequent children receive a smaller $1,368 payment.
• Families must apply via FTB within 3 months of birth/adoption.
• Only Australian residents who meet FTB income and assets rules qualify.
• Non-taxable and delivered directly into your bank account.

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