In 2025, Australian road safety authorities have issued renewed warnings for drivers about the dangers of footwear choices behind the wheel. While there is no direct law banning driving in slippers, thongs, or barefoot, wearing unsafe footwear could result in penalties if it causes a driver to lose proper control…
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…
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…
There’s no officially approved $2,400 “double boost” for Age Pension or Disability Support Pension (DSP) in August 2025. Services Australia has warned about viral posts and videos spreading false claims of big one-off cash bonuses and urged people to beware of misinformation. Official Increases From 20 September 2025 The next…
If you’re a new driver (or a parent of one), 2025 brings clarity—not a national overhaul, but important state-level updates plus tougher enforcement in some places. The big confirmed change is in Western Australia (passenger limits for red P drivers), while NSW continues strict mobile-phone bans for L/P drivers with…