Government warns of fake information about the Age Pension

There are unofficial websites and social media accounts spreading Centrelink misinformation online. These websites are called clickbait.

Published: 18 June 2025
  • national
  • 18 June 2025
  • Aged Care Engagement

Clickbait websites and social media accounts might say:

  • there are new document requirements for Centrelink pensioners

  • there are new eligibility and verification processes for Age Pensioners

  • your Centrelink payments will be cancelled, suspended or halted if you don’t meet new requirements or guidelines

  • you’ll get a fine or a debt if you don’t take action

These aren’t true.

Make sure you’re only getting information online from their official channels.

You can call the Services Australia Aged Care line on 1800 227 475 or read more about these scams here.