The following table lists the verification required for the payments/benefits in the other labour markets and older students grouping. If more detail is required about specific verification, the second column indicates where you will find this.
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Verification Required |
More Detail |
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Partner allowance | |
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Proof of identity |
SS Guide 2.2.1 Verifying Identity |
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Age |
2.2.2 Verifying Personal Details |
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Income |
2.2.3 Verifying Financial Information |
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Residence |
2.2.4 Verifying Residence |
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Most recent employment |
1.1.R.80 Recent workforce experience (PA, WA) |
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Austudy payment | |
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Proof of identity |
2.2.1 Verifying Identity |
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Age |
2.2.2 Verifying Personal Details |
The assessment of recent workforce experience looks at a recipient's recent active participation in the labour market to decide whether they should be placed on non-activity tested assistance. This information is verified with the recipient at the pre-grant interview.
Employers may be contacted by phone to confirm details of employment if required.
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Last reviewed: 2 November 2009