Australia

From 20 December 2025, thousands of older Australians will receive higher Age Pension payments as part of the government’s latest cost-of-living review. The updated rate lifts the full pension above $1,080 per fortnight, giving seniors added financial breathing room at the close of a challenging economic year. The new adjustments reflect the Federal Government’s commitment to linking pension payments … Read more

To help older Australians cope with the ongoing cost-of-living pressures, the federal government has announced a $250 Centrelink payment set to be released in 2025. The one-time payment is part of the Pensioner Boost Program, a targeted measure aimed at supporting senior citizens who rely on fixed incomes during a period of persistent inflation. This extra benefit is … Read more

Starting 10 January 2026, Australian seniors will see a welcome rise in their pension payments, with the base rate surpassing $1,080 per fortnight for eligible single pensioners. This increase comes as part of the federal government’s ongoing commitment to support retirees amid elevated living costs and persistent inflation pressures affecting everyday essentials like food, rent, healthcare, and energy. … Read more

Australia’s national wage landscape has shifted once again with the official release of the 2025 wage rates and pay tables, following the Fair Work Commission’s annual wage review. This announcement brings significant updates for workers, employers, and industries across the country, setting the tone for economic fairness and payroll planning in the year ahead. The Fair … Read more

From 15 January 2026, Australian pensioners will receive a welcome boost as Age Pension payments increase to over $1,080 per fortnight, marking one of the most significant adjustments in recent years. The federal government’s latest indexation reflects ongoing efforts to help older Australians manage persistent cost‑of‑living pressures, especially as essentials like housing, food, and healthcare continue to climb in … Read more

This December, millions of Australians will receive a welcome financial boost as part of the federal government’s $950 Centrelink Christmas Payment — a one-off measure to help seniors, carers, and low-income families manage rising living costs during the festive season. The payment, which begins from December 12, 2025, will automatically be deposited into the accounts of roughly 5.6 million … Read more