1000's of people Holding Australia flags March for Australia Brisbane Rally Brisbane , August 31, 2025 – In a vibrant display of national pride and community spirit, thousands of Australians gathered at Roma Street Parklands today for the March for Australia rally . The event, organized under the banner of " Fair Go for Australians ," brought together everyday citizens from all walks of life to voice their concerns about the impacts of mass immigration on housing, cost of living, and cultural unity. Amid waving Australian flags and enthusiastic chants, the rally highlighted a growing movement focused on putting Australians first while emphasizing peaceful dialogue and democratic expression.
Centrelink Payments pittance Increase for pensioners, JobSeekers in a cost of living crisis
Pensioner struggling to buy food in Supermarket Photo by Gemini AI Centrelink Payments Are Increasing in 2025: What You Need to Know In a move to provide financial relief amid rising living costs, the Australian Government is increasing Centrelink payments through its regular indexation process . This will provide a welcome boost to millions of Australians, including pensioners , students , and job seekers . Payment Overview A number of key Centrelink payments are set to increase in 2025. These increases are part of the government's commitment to ensuring social security payments keep pace with the cost of living. The increases are being implemented in two stages: on March 20, 2025, and again on July 1, 2025. The payment increases are not a one-off "cash boost" but rather an ongoing adjustment to fortnightly payment rates. This aims to provide sustained support for those who rely on these payments to cover essential expenses. Who is Eligible? The payment increases will ...