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Australia’s 1 January Changes: Centrelink Increases, Passport Fees, Pay Rises & More

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Australia's 1 January Changes: Centrelink Increases, Passport Fees, Pay Rises & More

With the start of the new year, many important changes have come into effect in Australia. These changes can affect your life, including government payments, taxes, regulations, and other reforms. Let us know what changes are happening from January 1, 2025. Increase in Centrelink payments Various payments of Centrelink, such as Youth Allowance, Austudy, and Care Allowance, will be increased in line with inflation. Passport fee hike The cost of …

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Centrelink Cash Boost for Millions Starts Today: More Money in Pockets

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Centrelink Cash Boost for Millions Starts Today

Today, more than one million Australians would start getting Centrelink payments, and income support increased. The cash boost is part of the government’s normal indexation process to make sure payments keep up with rising living costs and is designed to help those who most need such financial support. From January 1, this change will affect a range of key payments, including Youth Allowance, Austudy, Youth Disability Support Pension, and Carer …

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Centrelink Closures and Payment Changes for Aussies: What You Need to Know

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Centrelink Closures and Payment Changes for Aussies: What You Need to Know

Australia Day public holiday is approaching, where Aussies relying on Centrelink payments and pensions are reminded to remain on top of reporting requirements and shaping payments. As Centrelink service centres and most call centres are closed Monday, January 27, it’s important to plan ahead to ensure you are receiving your payments. Several key payments, including the Age Pension, JobSeeker, Disability Support Pension, Parenting Payment, Youth Allowance, and Austudy, will be …

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