Australia’s Age Pension is a permanent, means-tested payment that’s indexed twice a year (20 March and 20 September) to help keep up with living costs. From 20 September 2025, the maximum fortnightly rate is $1,178.70 for singles and $888.50 each for couples (combined $1,777.00), including supplements. What Has Changed In…
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Australia Pension Rate Update – New Centrelink Payments From September 2025
From 20 September 2025, Centrelink has applied its regular indexation. This brings higher Age Pension, Disability Support Pension (DSP) and Carer Payment rates, plus updated income and asset limits, a lift to Rent Assistance, and new deeming rates used in the pension income test. Below is the quick, accurate breakdown…