The Australian government has confirmed the rollout of two major Centrelink support payments in October 2025 — a $750 Relief Payment and a $250 Cost of Living Bonus — aimed at helping low-income households, pensioners, and individuals dealing with rising daily expenses. These payments are part of a wider package designed to ease the strain of inflation and increasing housing, utility, and grocery costs.
$750 Centrelink Relief Payment 2025 Details
The $750 one-off Relief Payment is targeted at pensioners, JobSeeker recipients, and families with dependent children who are already receiving government assistance. Eligible programs include the Age Pension, Disability Support Pension, Parenting Payment, and Family Tax Benefit.
To receive it, Australians must:
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- Currently receive one of the qualifying Centrelink benefits.
- Keep bank and contact details updated in their Centrelink account via myGov.
All approved recipients will receive the payment directly into their bank accounts between 15–22 October 2025, processed automatically by Services Australia.
$250 Cost of Living Bonus
The $250 payment targets low-income earners, single parents, senior citizens with limited savings, and youth allowance recipients. This bonus will go to Australians who:
- Have received at least one Centrelink payment in the past six months.
- Are within the income thresholds for low-income assistance.
- Are already registered with Centrelink and have up-to-date account details.
The payment will be disbursed on 25 October 2025, managed by the Canberra Government, providing extra relief for essentials like groceries, rent, and utility bills.
Other October 2025 Centrelink Boosts
In addition to the $750 and $250 payments, the government is rolling out several other targeted boosts:
- Energy Assistance Top-Up — $400 for households under energy bill support programs, paid 28 October.
- Carer Allowance Extra — $500 for carers and disability supporters, paid 20 October.
- One-Time Pension Boost — $900 for Age Pension holders, paid 30 October.
These payments will appear automatically for those enrolled in the relevant schemes.
How to Check Your Eligibility
All Australians are encouraged to log in to their myGov account and navigate to the Payments and Claims section to view eligibility and upcoming deposits. The system will display whether you qualify for:
- The $750 Relief Payment.
- The $250 Cost of Living Bonus.
- Additional top-ups listed in the October payment schedule.
For those unsure, Services Australia has advised updating all personal, banking, and contact details to prevent delays.
Payment Schedule Overview
| Payment Type | Amount (AUD) | Eligibility Group | Payment Date | Department |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centrelink Relief Payment | $750 | Pensioners & Families | 15–22 Oct 2025 | Services Australia |
| Cost of Living Bonus | $250 | Low-Income Individuals | 25 Oct 2025 | Canberra Government |
| Energy Assistance Top-Up | $400 | Energy Bill Support Recipients | 28 Oct 2025 | Social Services |
| Carer Allowance Extra | $500 | Carers & Disabled Supporters | 20 Oct 2025 | Dept. of Human Services |
| One-Time Pension Boost | $900 | Age Pension Holders | 30 Oct 2025 | Centrelink |
Key Points for Beneficiaries
- Payments are automatic; no separate application is needed if eligibility criteria are met.
- Ensure all details in your Centrelink/myGov account are current.
- Payments may appear in bank accounts in staggered phases to avoid system overload.
- Notifications will be sent via myGov inbox once payment is scheduled.
These payments form part of the government’s pre-holiday season strategy to provide short-term relief amid high living costs. By targeting those most in need — including pensioners, carers, and low-income earners — the initiative aims to boost household resilience before the end of 2025.