ExactlyI did not, I think it is because we are paid in arrears not in advance.
ExactlyI did not, I think it is because we are paid in arrears not in advance.
Us as well. Pay this week was for previous fortnight.I did not. But get the full increase first pay in April.
That is correct, I received a few dollars more last payment, next payment will be higher.Pensions are paid in arrears. They are not 'holding it' as some are saying. I think you will find you got a small increase, which is either one or two days at the new rate.
No pensions are not paid in advance and have not been in the past either. They are paid in arrears. I started in what was then DSS in the 90's and they were paid in arrears then and have been all the way through.I agree with ronmas. I did receive the daily rate as our pension goes in on a different day to others I know.. I don't think it is paid in advance as some years ago when my father passed away his payment was actually put in his bank account on the day he died. I advised his passing the following day of his death not knowing about the payment which they then told me had to be paid back . So it seems to me that they pay in advance but when it comes to the increase it is NOT paid in advance Strange.
I think it depends on when your fortnightly cycle begins. The payment is pro-rata. I received part payment, this cycle, will receive full payment, end of the next cycle; I think.I did not
I think because the increase started on 20th so increase starts on that day. The daily fee adds up to the next fortnight.Did you receive the recent Age Pension increase?
Hello!
I'm posting this on behalf of one of our SDC members.
They would like to know: 'How many of you did NOT receive the age pension rise of $37.50 per fortnight, scheduled for Monday, March 20th 2023?'
Thank you all in advance!
Thank you. I'm really hoping to get some insight into Home Care packages, and other members experiences.I'm in the minority, when I say, I don't want my aged pension increased. In Australia, as an aged pensioner, I have a level two Home Care package, which ensures free support with all kinds of things, gardening, housework, etc. I get a monthly U.K pension, because I nursed there for 18 years. Tax payers foot the bill for these increases, I believe many are struggling with cost of living increases. I've never smoked, used illicit drugs, or alcohol, so monthly financial outgoings are small. At my age, I'm blessed, in that, after decades of hard work, I don't want for anything. I suppose, coming from a ' caring for others ' mentality, I'm concerned with others. I understand, many pensioners aren't as fortunate as am I, perhaps, live in rented accommodation, and struggle financially. I would really like to share some insights into Home Care package , and the massive 'routs' that occur. Input would be appreciated. Regards to the team, and all the members.
Both governments in their zeal forget that when they bought superannuation in, with the idea that would eventually replace the age pension. Meaning that the employer and employee would funding their own retirement? however they forgot that it came in a little bit too early for this generation with the result that some are ( and didn't work for the government so weren't in the Government Super rort ) in a position whereby they will be able to retire with a very good sum, while most of us will still struggle until that long goodnight!!The increase is an insult to the intelligence..... it does not even cover a single visit toAldi.
I found that it was way better to actually go into Centrelink office than getting a different person each time I phoned in on a fortnightly basis to check the 'lack' of progress on my claim. I applied 22/07/22 for Aged pension and finally got it in mid December after going into the office late October. Try and make an appointment to get it sorted.No I did not get the increase, still waiting for Centrelink to get back to me on amount as they calculated my pension on 20/21 tax became a pensioner on 27 Feb 2023 have lodged 2021/22 with them and still waiting for them to advise us. We are disputing the amount calculated they originally said I would be getting , told to lodge our 21/22 tax return asap which we did the amount they have originally stated is well below the couples pension full amount. Centrelink very hard to deal with and your wait time is now 1 1/2 hours at least and that using the seniors number. And when you do get through they can not give you any information, and advise the complex agent will get back to you !!!!!!!!!
I did and my hubby too!! Not on Monday but on ThursdayDid you receive the recent Age Pension increase?
Hello!
I'm posting this on behalf of one of our SDC members.
They would like to know: 'How many of you did NOT receive the age pension rise of $37.50 per fortnight, scheduled for Monday, March 20th 2023?'
Thank you all in advance!