Hank Jongen shares his true feelings about his role as Centrelink spokesperson, then explains what anyone travelling this holiday season may need to consider before they leave, including how travel affects the payments of all manner of pensions, any reductions that may occur with your payments or entitlements while you’re away, and the Medicare cruise loophole that may save you big money on healthcare at sea. He also explains how you can best ensure you aren’t unfairly penalised for being on holiday and when Centrelink is closed for reporting and payments dates.