Pension Changes Set for May 2025 – New Payment Amounts and Eligibility Explained

Pension Changes Set for May 2025 – New Payment Amounts and Eligibility Explained

Starting May 2025, Australia will roll out several confirmed updates to the Age Pension scheme. These changes include revised payment rates, updates to the income and assets test thresholds, and new guidelines around eligibility criteria. The adjustments are designed to reflect the rising cost of living while ensuring fairness in access to government support. Older … Read more

$250 Boost for Pensioners in May 2025 – Payment Dates and Eligibility

$250 Boost for Pensioners in May 2025 – Payment Dates and Eligibility

In a welcome relief to millions of older Australians, the federal government has announced a one-off $250 cost-of-living bonus for age pensioners, to be paid in May 2025. The measure is part of a broader package to help retirees manage rising everyday expenses amid inflationary pressures. This latest supplement comes on top of regular pension … Read more