As December begins, Centrelink has issued an important reminder for Australian seniors regarding updated payment schedules. The new alert focuses on revised deposit dates that may affect Age Pension and other support payments this month due to the holiday period. Pensioners and retirees are being urged to check their MyGov accounts regularly, review official notifications, … Read more
Mitsubishi is officially stepping into the future of mobility with the 2026 Eclipse Cross EV, a fully electric SUV that signals the brand’s re-entry into the global EV race. Known for its heritage in rugged off-road performance and dependable engineering, Mitsubishi now takes these strengths into the electric era. The new Eclipse Cross EV embodies … Read more
The IRS has officially confirmed that its free Direct File system will not return for the 2026 tax filing season. This marks the end of the agency’s first in‑house digital tax filing tool, which allowed qualifying Americans to complete and submit their federal returns at no cost. Millions who used Direct File in 2024 and … Read more
From 30 November 2025, Centrelink will introduce key updates to how senior payments are assessed and distributed, marking one of the most significant system changes in recent years. The new rules affect Age Pension and related benefits for older Australians, with revised income limits and updated payment schedules that aim to improve accuracy, transparency, and … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially confirmed a cost‑of‑living adjustment (COLA) for 2026 that will increase monthly benefits for millions of Americans. From retirees and survivors to spouses and disability recipients, nearly 70 million people will see higher payments beginning in January 2026. The upcoming increase is one of the most significant of the … Read more
A major Centrelink update kicks in this November, lifting a range of government support payments to better match Australia’s rising living costs. The increase, part of the federal government’s regular indexation cycle, will begin from 10 November 2025 and extend across key payments such as the Age Pension, Disability Support Pension, Carer Payment and JobSeeker. … Read more
The Australian government has confirmed a new Age Pension framework set to take effect from 10 December 2025, marking a significant shift for thousands of older residents approaching retirement. The latest update raises the minimum qualifying age to 67 years and introduces refined eligibility assessments designed to ensure the pension system remains sustainable for future generations. … Read more
Australia’s road safety framework is entering a new phase this December with the official activation of upgraded traffic camera regulations on 5 December 2025. The reform represents a national step toward faster, more precise, and technology-driven enforcement aimed at reducing high-risk driving behaviours. Under the new system, enhanced camera networks will immediately detect and penalise a broader range … Read more
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has announced that millions of Canadians will receive a GST/HST credit payment in December 2025, with eligible individuals getting up to $533 for the 2025–2026 benefit year. This tax-free credit is one of Canada’s core federal supports, helping low- and middle-income households manage expenses that continue to rise across the … Read more
Australians can look forward to a welcome financial lift this festive season as the federal government prepares to distribute a December cash boost of up to $300. The payments, scheduled to arrive on the morning of 5 December 2025, form part of a broader cost-of-living support initiative aimed at easing financial pressure on households and … Read more