The Department of Social Services review payment rates on 20 March and 20 September each year.
Read about how your relationship status can affect your payment rate.
| Pension rates per fortnight | Single | Couple each | Couple combined | Couple each separated due to ill health |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum basic rate | $900.80 | $679.00 | $1,358 | $900.80 |
| Maximum Pension Supplement | $72.70 | $54.80 | $109.60 | $72.70 |
| Energy Supplement | $14.10 | $10.60 | $21.20 | $14.10 |
| TOTAL | $987.60 | $744.40 | $1,488.80 | $987.60 |
If you or the person you care for are Age Pension age, your Carer Payment is a taxable Centrelink payment. Read about paying tax on your payment.