Misinformation about bonus Centrelink payments
There are unofficial websites and social media accounts sharing fake news about Centrelink payments, including ones that are no longer available.
Age Pension age is not increasing
News media, unofficial websites and social media may report changes to our payments that aren’t real. There are no changes to Age Pension age, which is 67 years.
Beware of phishing scams
Phishing is when scammers try to trick you into giving them your personal information by sending you a link to a fake website.
Farm Household Allowance information for farmers and their partners
National Agriculture Day, celebrated in November each year, recognises our farmers, including those who need support when experiencing financial hardship.
If you have a child aged under 6, you can get help to meet your goals
Parent Pathways can help you meet your personal, study or work goals if you’re the parent or carer of a child aged under 6.
Changes to the way we collect and check your aged care financial information
From 1 November 2025, the way we collect and check your financial information to assess your residential aged care contributions is changing.
Grieving the death of someone close to you can be a difficult time
It’s important to tell us when your partner dies if they get an income support payment from us.
What you need to know before going overseas
If you’re travelling outside Australia, there are some things you need to know.
Update your child support representative to protect your information
If you have a child support case with us and you’re separating, you should review your acting arrangements to protect your privacy and safety.
Support for New South Wales East Coast Severe Weather and Flooding in May 2025 is closing soon
Claim Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment by 2 December 2025 if you were affected by the New South Wales East Coast severe weather and flooding in May 2025.