Recently, social media posts have claimed that Centrelink recipients will receive a $400 one-off payment from the Australian Government. However, official sources have confirmed that this information is false. No such payment has been announced by Services Australia or the Department of Social Services.
Centrelink payments like the Age Pension, JobSeeker, and Disability Support Pension do receive regular increases through indexation to adjust for inflation and cost of living. The government occasionally provides genuine one-off support payments, but these are always publicly announced through official government channels. As of now, there is no official $400 bonus or special payment approved or scheduled.
$400 Centrelink Payment
The rumour about a $400 Centrelink payment has spread widely online, but it is misleading. Many of these claims appear on unverified websites or fake social media posts pretending to offer financial bonuses or relief payments. Services Australia has repeatedly warned the public not to trust such messages and to avoid sharing personal or banking details with unofficial sources.
October Payment
People who want to confirm their eligibility for any payments should check their myGov or Centrelink account directly. Only information published on official government websites ending with .gov.au should be trusted. If you receive a message or email promising a $400 Centrelink bonus, ignore it and do not click on any links. If uncertain, contact Centrelink using the official phone numbers listed on the Services Australia website to verify any legitimate announcements.
