Terms of Reference

The Committee will examine:

  • The Department of Social Services' and Services Australia's administration of the Age Pension with reference to:
    • the effectiveness of oversight arrangements
    • processes for assessing applicant and recipient eligibility
    • arrangements to communicate and manage engagement with applicants and recipients. 

The Committee invites submissions to the inquiry, addressing the terms of reference, by Friday, 8 May 2026.

Committee Secretariat contact:

Committee Secretary
Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit
PO Box 6021
Parliament House
Canberra ACT 2600

Phone: +61 2 6277 4615
jcpaa@aph.gov.au

About this inquiry

On 9 April 2026, the Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit adopted an inquiry into the administration of the Age Pension. This inquiry will examine the Department of Social Services' and Services Australia's administration of the Age Pension with reference to the effectiveness of oversight, arrangements to engage and communicate with applicants and recipients, and any matters relating to Auditor-General Report No. 20 of 2025–26.

Track Inquiry

Inquiry Status

Accepting Submissions

How to make a submission

The committee invites individuals and organisations to send in their opinions and proposals in writing (submissions)

Accessibility

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