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Starting Jan. 1, 2026, Australians get lower drug costs, higher welfare, expanded dental benefits, and more childcare support.
Starting January 1, 2026, Australians will face lower prescription costs under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, with non-concession holders paying a maximum of $25 per script, down from $31.60.
Welfare payments including Youth Allowance and Carer Allowance will rise by up to $17.60 per fortnight due to indexation.
The Child Dental Benefits Schedule will increase coverage to over $1,158 every two years for eligible children.
A new 3-Day Guarantee will ensure at least three subsidized childcare days weekly.
From January 5, retailers must accept cash for in-person purchases under $500 between 7am and 9pm.
Passport fees will rise to $422.
State-level changes include toll increases in NSW, Victoria, and Queensland, with congestion levies in Melbourne and fare reductions in Western Australia.
A partir del 1 de enero de 2026, los australianos obtendrán menores costos de medicamentos, mayor bienestar, beneficios dentales ampliados y más apoyo para el cuidado de los niños.