To thank you for your lifelong contribution to the community, State and Federal Governments provide senior Australians with a range of discounts and benefits. Make sure you’re not missing out on the savings.
If you’re aged 60 or over, live in New South Wales (NSW) and do less than 20 hours of paid work a week, you’re entitled to a Seniors Card. This card provides a range of discounts and benefits in NSW, but can also be used interstate to receive similar discounts.
Benefits include:
For more information and to apply, visit seniorscard.nsw.gov.au.
The Gold Opal card provides discounts on public transport services across NSW. It is available to Pensioner Concession Card Holders, NSW Seniors, ACT Seniors and NSW War Widows and Widowers.
Benefits include:
Seniors living outside NSW or the ACT, but still within Australia, can also apply for a Gold Opal card if you have a valid Seniors Card issued by an Australian State or Territory Government. An interstate Gold Opal card has a 60-day expiry period.
For more information and to apply, visit opal.com.au.
If you’ve reached Age Pension age and meet income and resident requirements, but are not eligible for the Age Pension, you’re entitled to a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.
Benefits include:
To claim a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, you need a myGov account linked to Centrelink. If you don’t have one of these, you can set one up at my.gov.au.
If you have a myGov account, you can find more information on claiming your card at humanservices.gov.au.
If you receive the Age Pension and other types of pension payments, you are eligible for a Pensioner Concession Card. This card entitles you to reduced cost medicines under the PBS.
You may also be entitled to other concessions from the Australian Government including:
Depending on where you live a Pensioner Concession Card may also provide you with access to:
You don’t need to apply for a Pensioner Concession Card. If you are eligible, the Government will post one to you.
For more information, visit humanservices.gov.au.
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