I have been out of work since December, and been on Newstart allowance since; what happens at tax time?

-I have been out of work since December (medical reasons), since leaving I have been on New start allowance (center link). I am expecting my group certificate from work to arrive shortly, I heard today that I will also be issued a payment summary (group certificate) from Center link also; what happens here? will my tax return be effected by the center link payment summary? as I will be needing the full amount of my tax return when I receive it! Thank you all!Hi there, I'm Marian, I work for Centrelink.



Newstart Allowance is a taxable payment, which means that it should be included in your taxable income. You should contact the Australian Taxation Office to enquire about how your income will effect your tax assessment. The ATO's contact number is 13 28 61.