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.
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.
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.
Listen to enhanced Income Management information in Indigenous languages
Learn how to set up, use and manage your enhanced Income Management account and SmartCard in some Indigenous languages.
Assistance for New South Wales East Coast Severe Weather and Flooding in May 2025 is closing soon
If you’ve lost income because of the New South Wales East Coast Severe Weather and Flooding in May 2025, claim Disaster Recovery Allowance by 25 November 2025.
Free Financial fitness and budgeting webinar
Join our live Financial Information Service (FIS) webinar to help improve your financial fitness and budgeting skills.
Information to help you with end of life planning
Taking some time to plan for end of life may help give you peace of mind.