Under the Child Care Subsidy (CCS) program in Australia, various types of activities can be considered as eligible activities for the purpose of determining subsidy entitlement. Eligible activities typically include:
- Paid work: Engaging in paid work or being self-employed.
- Looking for work: Actively seeking employment.
- Training or studying: Participating in an approved course of education or study.
- Volunteering: Engaging in unpaid voluntary work.
- Setting up a business: Undertaking activities to establish a business.
- Actively setting up a business: Preparing to start a business, including tasks such as business planning, market research, and seeking financial or legal advice.
- Limited unpaid leave: Taking a limited period of unpaid leave from work.
- Other specific circumstances: There may be additional circumstances recognized as eligible activities, such as situations involving sickness, injury, or a special needs child.
To be eligible for CCS, the individual claiming the subsidy needs to meet the activity test requirements. The number of hours of subsidized care that can be received per fortnight depends on the level of activity undertaken and the family’s combined hours of activity.
The specific details of eligible activities and the number of hours of subsidized care are subject to change, and it’s important to refer to the official Australian government websites or contact the Department of Education, Skills, and Employment for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding the activity test requirements for CCS.