Welfare recipients in Australia are on the lookout for news regarding a possible $700-$750 Centrelink payment arriving this week. Payment timelines, government sources, and Centrelink outlets do not indicate a payment, however, this narrative does require unpacking.
Understanding the Current Payment Timeline
Centrelink and Services Australia do not confirm any $700-$750 one-time payments for the week of August 2025, however, there are various legit payments which are either set to or already have commenced. In 2025 the government has confirmed various support measures which include increasing pension bonus payments in September 2025, and regular indexation increases.
Several sources indicate cost-of-living payments and pension bonuses scheduled for September 2025:
| Payment Type | Amount | Eligibility | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pension Bonus | Up to $500 (singles) | Age Pension recipients | 10-24 September 2025 |
| Cost of Living Payment | $750 (singles) | Various Centrelink recipients | 12 September 2025 |
| Couples Payment | $375-$600 each | Partnered recipients | September 2025 |
Confirmed Payment Changes and Payment Eligibility
Age Pension Rate Adjustments: Starting September 20, 2025 the maximum full Age Pension will experience a lift of $29.70 for single recipients and $44.80 combined for couples every fortnight. During this period this will be the most significant verified increease for pensioners.
JobSeeker Payment Rates: Effective March 2025, the maximum payment will be $781.10 for single eligible recipients and $1,011.50 for single eligible principal caregivers. These adjustable payments are indexed and recalculated every six months.
Confirmed Cost of Living Support September 2025
Several articles cite that cost-of-living payments and pension bonuses are set to be issued in September 2025.
- Who’s Eligible for Genuine Relief Payments
- Verified recipients for September payments are:
- Age Pension recipients (both and part rate)
- Disability Support Pension recipients
- Recipients of the Carer Payment
- JobSeeker Payment recipients
- Youth Allowance recipients
Veterans receiving service pensions.
Residency Requirements: Recipients must be Australian citizens or permanent residents residing in Australia at the time of distribution.
Warning: Scam Alert
Investigation suggests that numerous harmful websites advertising $700-$750 payments for this week are disseminating fraudulent information. Reddit and other officials are warning the public that only Centrelink and the government issue payments through government channels.
Red Flags to Look Out For:
- Unofficial websites advertising instant payments for big sums
- Requests for personal banking information
- Claims that need applications for “automatic” payments
- Websites unaffiliated with Services Australia.
How Genuine Payments are done
Genuine Centrelink bonus payments are issued seamlessly with employed recipients. To simplify the process. Recipients ensure that their payment details are up to date with Centrelink. Disbursement of payments are done through electronic funds transfer. For those that are eligible, the payment automatically reflects in the designated accounts.
What Recipients Should Do
Review Payments: For payment confirmations, it is always best to check official Sources Australia websites or contact Centrelink directly on 132850 instead of relying on third-party websites.
Make Changes as Needed: For legitimate payment delays in the future, make sure that banking information and residential addresses update in your Centrelink account.
Stay Updated: Register for the government-issued communication channels and do not share your information with unverified sources claiming to offer payment help.