I work for the DET so i am taking 6mth paid mat leave from my work (I am taking it at half pay). I was just going to opt for the baby bonus but now I am thinking I might be better off with the paid mat leave from the gov.

Can I receive both at the same time? If I do, will I get taxed more on the mat leave from the government because it is like a second job as I will also be getting paid from my work?

I am not trying to be greedy as i know some people get no paid mat leave, i'm just trying to work out what is best for our family.