On 1 November 2025, eligible Australian pensioners in certain states will receive an increase in their Age Pension by up to $3,500 annually. This increment is part of the government’s initiative to help pensioners cope with rising living costs including food, utilities, and medical expenses.
Key Details of the Pension Increase
- The additional amount of $3,500 will be distributed through regular fortnightly payments.
- Top full Age Pension for a single pensioner: $1,178.70 per fortnight or approximately $30,646 per year.
- Top full Age Pension per person in a couple: $888.50 per fortnight or about $23,101 per year.
- Combined payment for a couple: approximately $1,777 per fortnight.
- The total payment includes the basic pension, pension supplement, and energy supplement.
Who Is Eligible?
- Australian residents meeting the Age Pension requirements.
- Age 67 years and above (as per date of birth).
- Must satisfy income and asset tests.
- Residing in eligible states where the new rates are applied.
- Full and part-age pension recipients are eligible for proportional increases.
Payment Implementation
- The increase of $3,500 will start from 1 November 2025 and will be automatically adjusted by Centrelink.
- Pensioners will receive the augmented value in fortnightly installments over the year.
- Pensions are re-evaluated periodically in March and September to ensure adjustments align with policy.
Payment Table Example
| Pension Type | Fortnightly Payment | Annual Payment | Additional Increase Fortnightly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Age Pension | $1,178.70 | $30,646 | $29.70 |
| Couple (each) | $888.50 | $23,101 | $22.40 |
| Couple (combined) | $1,777.00 | $46,202 | $52.10 |
FAQs
Q: Is the full increase of $3,500 provided to all Age Pensioners?
No, the increase depends on eligibility, means test, and residency in the state.
Q: What will this do to my fortnightly payments?
The payments increase slightly every two weeks, totaling approximately $3,500 annually.
Q: Is it open to part-pensioners?
Yes, but the increase is proportional to the pension received.
This increase provides critical support to Australian retirees, helping them manage rising costs without compromising their financial stability, delivered through regular fortnightly payments starting November 2025.
