. The Social Security Act and Social Security (Administration) Act each contain over 1,000 sections, most of which are designed to deny people payments, and many of which are in contradiction to other legislation. The legal age for voting is 18, but Centrelink expect parents to support their children until they are 22. That is, … Continue reading Centrelink Legislation is in Drastic Need of Reform
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Centrelink payments to rise from Monday
Centrelink payments will rise from Monday 20 March, as part of the twice yearly increases driven by indexation. While the rises are welcome, they are still not enough. Single age and disability pension recipients and carers will receive an increase of $37.50 a fortnight, and couples a combined $56.40. The maximum fortnightly pension rate will … Continue reading Centrelink payments to rise from Monday
Craig Hill 