Who can apply for a review or appeal

The following people can apply for a Review of Decision:

• the client
• the client's spouse or partner - when the decision is in relation to the spouse or partner or
• an agent with appropriate authorisation from the client

A third party, without authorisation, is not able to apply for a Review of Decision.

Example

• the parent or family member of a young person receiving Youth Payment or Young Parent Payment
• a health practitioneror
• a childcare centre

Note if a client disagrees with a decision on medical grounds the client may appeal the decision to the Medical Appeals Board. For more information see:

• Medical Appeals Board