Millions of Australians will receive higher Centrelink payments from 20 September as part of the regular indexation of social security benefits. The increases cover payments including the Age Pension, JobSeeker, Parenting Payment and Rent Assistance. Changes to deeming rates will also take effect and may affect some recipients with financial assets.
Key Points
- From 20 September 2026, several Centrelink payments, including the Age Pension, JobSeeker, Parenting Payment and Commonwealth Rent Assistance, will increase.
- More than 5.3 million Australians are expected to benefit from the regular indexation of social security payments amid continuing cost-of-living pressures.
- Deeming rates will also increase, which may affect the payment assessments of some pensioners and recipients with savings and financial investments.
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