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 | $882.20 | $665.00 | $1,330.00 | $882.20 |
| Maximum Pension Supplement | $71.20 | $53.70 | $107.40 | $71.20 |
| Energy Supplement | $14.10 | $10.60 | $21.20 | $14.10 |
| TOTAL | $967.50 | $729.30 | $1,458.60 | $967.50 |
You may also get the Economic Support Payment. We’ll pay this into your bank account automatically.