The Australian Government has confirmed a new one-off payment of $400 under Centrelink to be delivered in August 2025. This payment aims to help eligible recipients with the continuing pressures of cost-of-living increases: prices for essentials such as groceries, fuel, and utilities are now rising from day to day and are having an impact on households.
Who Will Get This Payment
The $400 Centrelink boost will be paid to Australians already in receipt of certain Centrelink benefits. The list of recipients includes Age Pensioners, JobSeeker recipients, Disability Support Pensioners, Carers, and families on the Family Tax Benefit. The government has also suggested that payment will be paid automatically into the account of eligible recipients, with no application process required.
When Will It Be Paid?
Payments are scheduled to start rolling out in mid-August 2025. Exact dates may be subject to change according to individual Centrelink payment cycles. Once processed, payments show up in the nominated bank accounts of the recipients.
Why the Boost Is Being Introduced
The one-off payment represents a number of measures by the government to provide cost-of-living relief for 2025. Inflation has impacted prices on the everyday level, so the hope is to provide immediate financial relief to the vulnerable Australians, who are attempting to bear the burden of rising prices.
How to Check Your Eligibility
Those who are uncertain about their eligibility may access their myGov account that is linked to Centrelink or directly contact Services Australia. Eligibility for payment will depend on the type of benefit you receive and your status as a resident in Australia.
The Final Takeaway
The $400 Centrelink boost will provide temporary relief for many Australians in August 2025. Although it is not a long-term measure, it does provide some additional financial breathing room as costs continue to press.