You apply for the Age Pension through Services Australia, online via myGov or with help from a service centre. Eligibility generally depends on your age, residency, income and assets, and the assessment rules are the same on the Sunshine Coast as elsewhere in Australia. Your payment may also be affected by factors such as home ownership, partner circumstances and whether you qualify for Rent Assistance. Check the current rules and payment rates on servicesaustralia.gov.au, as Services Australia makes the final decision based on your individual circumstances.