by Nasser Zreika | Aug 21, 2026 | Centrelink & Age Pension, Centrelink Payment Increases
More than 5.3 million Australians will receive higher Centrelink payments from 20 September 2026, as the government’s twice-yearly indexation round lifts the Age Pension, Disability Support Pension, Carer Payment, JobSeeker Payment, Parenting Payment, Youth...
by Nasser Zreika | Aug 21, 2026 | Carers & Disability Payments, Centrelink & Age Pension
The Disability Support Pension (DSP) is rising from 20 September 2026, as part of the government’s twice-yearly Centrelink indexation round. Because DSP is paid at the same maximum rate as the Age Pension, the increase mirrors the pension rise. Here’s...
by Nasser Zreika | Aug 7, 2026 | Centrelink & Age Pension, Centrelink Payment Increases
The Age Pension increase September 2026 is due on 20 September 2026, when payments are next reviewed for indexation. Payments, and the assets and income test thresholds that determine eligibility, typically rise to keep pace with the cost of living — but the exact...
by Nasser Zreika | Jul 30, 2026 | Centrelink & Age Pension
In this guide What Counts as Income Under the 2026 Age Pension Test2026 Age Pension Income Test Thresholds at a GlanceHow the Income Test Taper Rate WorksIncome Test vs Assets Test: Which One Applies to You?The Work Bonus: Earn More Without Losing PensionFAQGetting...
by Nasser Zreika | Jul 29, 2026 | Centrelink & Age Pension
Are you thinking about downsizing? Many Adelaide retirees ask the same question first: “If I downsize, will I lose my pension?” The selling family home age pension rules can feel confusing, but they don’t have to catch you off guard. The short...
by Nasser Zreika | Jul 28, 2026 | Centrelink & Age Pension
Are you an Adelaide retiree who wants to help your kids with a house deposit, school fees, or a wedding?You’ve probably asked yourself one question: will this cost me part of my pension? The Centrelink gifting rules age pension framework sets clear limits. The...
