Farming families facing financial hardship may be eligible for the Farm Household Allowance (FHA), a Centrelink payment designed to help farmers and their partners manage financial pressure and build long-term resilience.
Support includes:
- A fortnightly payment at the same rate as JobSeeker Payment or Youth Allowance, for up to 4 years in each specific 10-year period.
- An activity supplement of up to $10,000 to support business planning, training, or other approved activities that improve financial independence.
- A dedicated Farm Household Case Officer who provides personalised guidance throughout the support period.
To be eligible, you must:
- Be a farmer or the partner of a farmer.
- Be an Australian resident and living in Australia.
- Contribute significant labour and capital to a farm enterprise with a significant commercial purpose.
- Meet income and asset limits.
- Have received less than 4 years of FHA within the current 10-year period.
The allowance is taxable and subject to mutual obligation requirements. Applications are made through Services Australia.
For full details, eligibility criteria and to apply, visit here.
