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Deeming Rate Change From 20 March 2026 – Why Some Pensioners Could Lose $40 a Fortnight

Deeming Rate Change From 20 March 2026 – Why Some Pensioners Could Lose $40 a Fortnight

For many Australian retirees, every fortnightly pension payment helps cover essential expenses like groceries, electricity, and medical bills. When small changes occur in

by

Roberta Flack

March 5, 2026

Australia Pension Increase Arrives March 20, 2026 – Seniors Could Get Up to $33 More Every Fortnight

Australia Pension Increase Arrives March 20, 2026 – Seniors Could Get Up to $33 More Every Fortnight

For millions of older Australians, the Age Pension remains the financial foundation that helps cover daily living costs. With grocery prices, rent, and

by

Roberta Flack

March 4, 2026

Benefit Boosts Coming, But Costs Rising Faster — What It Means for Retirees

Benefit Boosts Coming, But Costs Rising Faster — What It Means for Retirees

When the latest pension increase was announced for 2026, many retirees welcomed the news. But for some, the relief was short-lived. Higher payments

by

Roberta Flack

March 3, 2026

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