THE Australian Government Mobile Service Centre Golden Wattle is visiting parts of rural New South Wales, including the Upper Hunter, to offer locals easy access to government payments and services.
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The Mobile Service Centre will be at:
* Denman on Monday, April 10, from 10.30am to 4pm, located opposite the Visitor Information Centre on Palace Street;
* Merriwa on Tuesday, April 11, from 9.30am to 2pm, located near the Fitzroy Hotel on Bettington Street
The Mobile Service Centre offers a wide range of services to meet the changing needs of rural and regional communities.
Golden Wattle is staffed by experienced specialist officers who provide friendly face-to-face service, information and support tailored to each community.
A social worker from the department will be on board to offer counselling and support, and referrals to local service providers.
A staff member from the Australian Taxation Office will also be available to assist individuals and small business taxpayers with advice and information about tax and superannuation.
Our staff can help with:
* New claims for a wide range of Centrelink payments
* Updating customer information
* Confirming customer documents and supporting information
* Information on how financial matters may impact on Centrelink payments
* Payment and service options to suit individual circumstances
* Rural payment entitlements for eligible farmers
* Non-cash Medicare transactions
* Medicare registrations
* Information on Child Support payment and service options
* Specialist support and referrals
* Support with and access to self-service facilities
* Free hearing health checks
* Advice and information for individuals and small businesses about tax and superannuation
For itineraries and more information, visit humanservices.gov.au/mobileoffice or phone 132 316.