Every year, Centrelink payments in Australia go through indexation adjustments twice — on 20th March and 20th September. This process ensures that benefits such as the Age Pension, JobSeeker, Youth Allowance, and more keep pace with the rising cost of living. Without these adjustments, the real value of such payments would gradually erode due to inflation.
This year, from 20 September 2025, Australians will see the next Centrelink Cash Boost, which brings a permanent increase in several payments and thresholds. Unlike one-off crisis payments, this hike will remain ongoing as part of the indexed structure.
Centrelink Cash Boost from 20 September 2025
The Department of Social Services (DSS) has released the official list of revised rates that will take effect from September 20. Payments receiving an increase include:
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Age Pension
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JobSeeker Payment
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Youth Allowance
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ABSTUDY Living Allowance
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Parenting Payment
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Rent Assistance under Social Security & Family Assistance
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Supplements such as Telephone and Utilities Allowances
Quick Facts – Centrelink Payments Hike
| Post Title | Centrelink Cash Boost From September 20 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2025 |
| Month | September |
| Country Name | Australia |
| Benefit Name | Centrelink Benefits |
| Effective From | September 20, 2025 |
| Who Qualifies | Centrelink Benefits claimants |
| Purpose | To align with inflation & living costs |
| Raise Amount | Varies by benefit |
| Status | Confirmed |
| Category | Finance |
| Official Web Portal | www.servicesaustralia.gov.au / www.dss.gov.au |
Australia Centrelink Payment Boost Amounts (from 20 Sept 2025)
Here’s the official breakdown of new fortnightly rates as per DSS:
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Age Pension (Single): +$29.70 → $1,178.70/fortnight
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Age Pension (Partnered): +$22.40 → $888.50/fortnight each
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Transitional Pension Rates: +$14.90 (single) | +$12.00 (partnered)
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Pension Supplements: +$0.40 to $0.60 depending on claimant type
JobSeeker Payment (by situation):
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Single, no child, aged 22+: +$12.50 → $793.60/fortnight
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Single with child/55+ on payment 9 months+/partially working: +$13.40 → $849.90/fortnight
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Single principal carer of a child (exempt activities): +$16.20 → $1,027.70/fortnight
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Partnered recipients: +$11.40 → $726.50/fortnight
Parenting Payments:
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Single under Age Pension age: +$16.20
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Partnered parents: +$11.40
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Single over pension age: +$17.00
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Partnered residents: +$12.40
Other Benefit Increases:
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ABSTUDY Living Allowance: +$11.40 to $13.40
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Youth Allowance: +$16.20 → $1,026.70/fortnight
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Rent Assistance (Social Security Act): +$2.27 to $3.40
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Rent Assistance (Family Assistance Act): +$3.92 to $4.48
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Telephone Allowance: Annual +$3.20 → $151.20 | Quarterly +$0.80 → $37.80
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Utilities Allowance: Annual +$12.40 → $795.20 | Quarterly +$3.10 → $198.80
FAQs – Centrelink September 2025 Hike
What is the Centrelink Payment Boost on 20 Sept 2025?
It’s the regular six‑monthly indexation, not a one-off. Payments will be permanently higher from this date.
Why does Indexation occur in September?
To keep welfare payments aligned with the economic reality of rising living costs, ensuring Australians don’t lose purchasing power.
Who benefits from the 2025 boost?
Any recipient of indexed Centrelink payments listed in the updated DSS rates.
Where to check new rates?
Visit the official portal at servicesaustralia.gov.au or the DSS rates list at dss.gov.au.