News for Retirement years

The latest news updates and changes.

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May 2023

If you're in between home addresses, tell us where to send your mail

It’s important to keep your addresses up to date. You can do this using your Centrelink online account through myGov.

19
May 2023

How real estate can affect your payment rate

Each year we check and adjust the value of your assessable real estate as changes can affect your payment rate.

9
May 2023

Electricity rebate for eligible Centrelink customers

If you currently get a state-based electricity relief payment and get one of our payments or concessions, you may be eligible for a rebate.

30
Mar 2023

We’ve improved the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card online claim

We’re making it easier to claim the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (CSHC).

30
Mar 2023

Add your Medicare card to the myGov app today

You can now securely store your Medicare card in your myGov wallet for quick and convenient access.

20
Mar 2023

Pensions are increasing from 20 March 2023

The payment rates for Age Pension, Carer Payment and Disability Support Pension are increasing from 20 March 2023.

17
Mar 2023

Do you need someone to deal with Centrelink on your behalf?

If you need help, you can authorise a person or an organisation to deal with us.

7
Feb 2023

Is having a nominee still working well for you?

If you have a person or organisation who acts on your behalf, you can review or change that at any time.

9
Jan 2023

Beware of fake Services Australia social media profiles

Scammers are setting up fake social media profiles pretending to be us. They’re asking you to share your info with them.

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