From 20 September 2026, the payment rate will increase for Age Pension, Carer Payment, and Disability Support Pension.
The payment will increase by $36.80 a fortnight for singles, and $55.60 a fortnight for couples.
You don’t need to do anything. You’ll be able to see your next payment amount in your Centrelink online account or Express Plus Centrelink mobile app.
Find out the new payment rates from 20 September on the Department of Social Services website.