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With a valid NSW Seniors or Pensioner Concession card, enjoy great value travel between regional towns and centres on a Country Pensioner Excursion ticket. When you book online simply select ‘Country Pensioner Excursion Fare’ from the concession type drop down list to pay just $2.50. Excludes travel within the Sydney Trains or Intercity networks, and interstate to Victoria and Queensland. Travel can be booked up to 7 days prior to departure. Conditions apply.
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With a valid NSW Seniors or Pensioner Concession card, you can travel on NSW TrainLink Regional services for half price. When you book online, simply select 'Pensioner / Senior Concession Card (Half fare)' from the concession type drop down list. Final fare is half the adult peak season fare for the same trip. Discount is not applied to other seasonal or sale fares. Conditions apply.
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NSW Regional Seniors Travel Card extended until the end of 2023
Seniors in the Highlands and Tablelands have the opportunity to save on travel costs with the two-year extension of the NSW Regional Seniors Travel Card .
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The initiative began in 2020, and over 690,000 $250 cards have been distributed since then.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said $246 million has been dedicated to the extension, where seniors can reap the benefits until the end of 2023.
"The NSW Regional Seniors Travel Card has been an overwhelming success, ensuring seniors in rural, regional and remote areas of the State are able to offset some of their costs for getting to the shops, to medical appointments, staying connected locally and with friends and family living in other parts of the State," he said.
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He said that the eligibility has been extended to people with disabilities and seniors who are carers.
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said eligible applicants will receive a $250 pre-paid Visa card that could be used for fuel, taxis, pre-booked NSW TrainLink Regional trains and coaches, and select community transport services.
The cards are contactless which make payments easier and safer for users.
"By putting an extra $250 in the pockets of our regional seniors, we are boosting access to safe and convenient travel, as well as reducing the burden on people who often have fewer transport options than those living in the city," he said.
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"This initiative has also injected more than $131 million into regional economies, benefitting local taxi operators and fuel stations."
Along with the existing criteria, seniors can apply for a travel card if they are eligible for the Age Pension, and receiving either a Disability Support Pension or Carer Payment from Services Australia.
Seniors have until November 30 to apply for the this year's installment of the travel card.
Eligible participants will also be able to apply for a 2023 Regional Seniors Travel Card early next year.
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With the latest COVID-19 health advice, seniors are encouraged to apply online or call 13 77 88 rather than visit a service centre.
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$250 Regional Seniors Travel Card for Taxis, Trainlink, and Fuel extended for additional two years
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More than 300,000 seniors in the regions will benefit from reduced travel costs with the NSW Government committing $246 million to extend the Regional Seniors Travel Card for an additional two years.
The Regional Seniors Travel Card is a $250 prepaid Visa card designed to ease the burden of travel costs for eligible seniors in rural, regional and remote areas.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW John Barilaro said seniors across NSW have benefited from the initial two-year travel card trial, with 337,500 cards issued in 2020 and more than 330,000 cards issued to regional seniors in 2021 so far.
“Living in regional NSW is rewarding in so many ways, but every day we struggle with the tyranny of distance,” Mr Barilaro said.
“This card has made a huge difference to the lives of seniors living in the bush who have fewer transport options than those living in the city and we’re excited to announce it will be offered again in 2022 and 2023.”
Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said the extension and expansion of the Regional Seniors Travel Card is part of several cost saving measures aimed at seniors in the upcoming State Budget. “We know the cost of living is a big issue facing seniors and households, which is why the Regional Seniors Travel Card is being offered to even more people,” Mr Perrottet said.
“Increased funding will allow us to extend the card from 2022 to more seniors in the regions, including those eligible for the Age Pension and receiving either a Disability Support Pension or a Carer Payment from Services Australia.”
Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole said the Regional Seniors Travel Card has provided a significant boost to businesses across our regions. “Having an extra $250 in their pocket has made it easier for regional seniors to get to the shops and medical appointments and stay connected locally and with friends and family living in other parts of the State. It’s also injected more than $108 million into regional economies, benefitting local taxi operators and fuel stations,” Mr Toole said.
“We’ve been reviewing the schemes that support people with disability and carers to ensure they meet the needs of those in the regions, including investing in community transport and a new smart card for the Taxi Transport Subsidy Scheme. We know these groups would also like to be eligible for the Regional Seniors Travel Card and we’re pleased to be able to make that happen as part of the next phase of this program.”
Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said it was great to see the program continue to expand, after first being trialed in Coffs Harbour.
“Coffs Harbour seniors were the first to try the Regional Seniors Travel Card a year and a half ago and it’s wonderful to see how far the scheme has come since. It’s made a huge impact on our community and I’m glad it is set to continue for two more years,” Mr Singh said.
The Regional Seniors Travel Card can be used for pre-booked NSW Trainlink Regional trains and coaches, fuel and Taxis.
From 2022, eligible applicants will include seniors who have reached the Age Pension age and are receiving:
the Age Pension through Services Australia or the Department of Veterans’ Affairs
a Disability Support Pension or a Carer Payment from Services Australia
a Service Pension issued by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs
a Disability Pension through the Department of Veterans’ Affairs under the Veterans’ Entitlements Act 1986
a War Widow(er)’s Pension issued by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
People who hold a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card issued by Services Australia or the Department of Veterans’ Affairs are also eligible.
The regional boundaries for applicants will remain the same in 2022.
More information about which regional areas are included in this initiative can be found at Service NSW www.service.nsw.gov.au.
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More than 300,000 seniors in the regions will benefit from reduced travel costs with the NSW Nationals in the state government committing $246 million to extend the Regional Seniors Travel Card for another two years.
The Regional Seniors Travel Card is a $250 prepaid Visa card designed to ease the burden of travel costs for eligible seniors in rural, regional, and remote areas.
It can be used for pre-booked NSW Trainlink Regional trains and coaches as well as fuel and taxis, making travel more accessible and convenient for seniors who often have fewer transport options than those living in the city.
Increased funding will allow the card to be extended from 2022 to additional seniors in the regions, including people of Age Pension age who receive either a Disability Pension or a Carers Payment from Services Australia.
NSW Nationals Upper House MP Sam Farraway said seniors across regional NSW have benefited from the initial two-year travel card trial, with 337,500 cards issued in 2020 and more than 330,000 cards issued so far in 2021.
“We knew the positive impact it would make on the Central West which is why the NSW Nationals in the state government made it an election commitment in 2019 and I’m glad it is set to continue for two more years,” Mr Farraway said.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW John Barilaro said the card had been an overwhelming success.
“This card has made a big difference to the lives of seniors living in the bush who often have fewer transport options than those living in big cities like Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong – and we’re excited to announce it will be offered again in 2022 and 2023,” Mr Barilaro said.
NSW Nationals Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole said the Regional Seniors Travel card had provided a significant boost to businesses across the regions.
“Having an extra $250 in their pocket has made it easier for regional seniors to get to the shops and medical appointments and stay connected locally and with friends and family living in other parts of the State. It’s also injected more than $108 million into regional economies, benefitting local taxi operators and fuel stations,” Mr Toole said.
Applications for the card can be made online at www.service.nsw.gov.au, by calling 13 77 88 or by visiting a Service NSW Service Centre.
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A Pensioner Travel Voucher provides free and discounted travel on NSW TrainLink Regional services to eligible pensioners and seniors within NSW. Eligibility If you hold a NSW or ACT Pensioner Concession Card or a NSW Veteran Gold Card marked 'war widow' you are entitled to four Pensioner Travel Vouchers each calendar year for travel within ...
NSW TrainLink fares and bookings. Eligible seniors, pensioners and concession card holders are entitled to: 50% off ordinary Adult peak season Economy and First Class fares; $2.50 unlimited daily travel on Regional train and coach services with a pre-booked Country Pensioner Excursion ticket; Pensioner Travel Vouchers are available for:
Following a comprehensive expenditure review, the NSW Government has decided to close the regional seniors travel card program. Existing cardholders can continue to use their travel card until it expires. The expiry date is printed on the front of your card. For more information and support with an already active card, refer to Managing your card.
Always carry your concession card with you when you travel as the onboard crew will need to check it. To register and access Pensioner Travel Vouchers: Register your concession card with NSW TrainLink by calling 13 22 32. Book your trip on NSW TrainLink Regional services. Note: NSW TrainLink keeps track of the number of vouchers you've used ...
The following groups may be eligible to travel for no more than $2.50 per day on public transport in NSW: NSW Asylum seekers; Seniors; Pensioners; NSW Veterans with a DVA Gold Health Card; Concession fares. The following groups may be eligible to travel on a concession fare, and may also receive other travel benefits:
With a valid NSW Seniors or Pensioner Concession card, enjoy great value travel between regional towns and centres on a Country Pensioner Excursion ticket. When you book online simply select 'Country Pensioner Excursion Fare' from the concession type drop down list to pay just $2.50. Excludes travel within the Sydney Trains or Intercity ...
Card services. You can contact card services 24/7 by: visiting nswregionalseniors.cards, or. calling 1800 569 070 . On the card services website, you can register, activate and manage your card online, including tracking your balance and reviewing transactions.
Children aged 3 years and under travel free on public transport in NSW. Children aged 4 - 15 years are entitled to concession fares with the child/youth Opal card. Full-time students aged 16 years and older holding a transport concession entitlement card pay concession fares. Primary and secondary students in NSW may also be entitled to free or ...
Introduction. Transport for NSW offers a range of products free of charge for NSW pensioners. Check the eligibility requirements and you may not have to pay for: transfer fees and stamp duty (eligible DVA pensioners only). If you'd like to take advantage of any of the free products available, visit a service centre.
Bookings. Firstly, make sure your Pensioner Concession Card is registered with NSW TrainLink. You can do this simply by calling 13 22 32. There is no need to go into a station or agent to have your Pension Card sighted for registration. To redeem vouchers, enter your Pension Card number when you book online or quote it if you book by phone, and ...
The regional seniors travel card was a 2019 election commitment by the NSW Government. Seniors can apply at Service NSW: online at service.nsw.gov.au. call 13 77 88. visit a Service NSW Service Centre. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. More information is available at www.service.nsw.gov.au.
The Commonwealth Seniors Health Card is available if you're the Age Pension age and unable to get an income support payment. You'll need to meet an income test and residency rules. The concession card gives you discounts on medical care and medicine. You can get a NSW Seniors Card or Senior Savers Card if you're 60 years or older.
The Regional Senior Travel Card comes pre-loaded with $250 for eligible seniors to use on taxis, fuel, Opal cards and pre-booked NSW TrainLink regional train and bus services.
ON 16 June it was announced that the Regional Seniors Travel Card will run for an additional two years. The card gives eligible seniors living in regional NSW $250 to use on transport costs including fuel, taxi fares and pre-booked NSW TrainLink train and coach services. This time around eligibility for the card has extended. From 1 January ...
The Card is be pre-loaded with $250 to pay for travel-related expenses over the phone, online and at retail outlets. It is a pre-paid, non-reloadable Visa card with a 4-digit PIN and a magnetic strip on the back. It can be used Australia-wide, including in metropolitan areas and with interstate travel. Applications close on 30 November 2023.
"The NSW Regional Seniors Travel Card has been an overwhelming success, ensuring seniors in rural, regional and remote areas of the State are able to offset some of their costs for getting to the shops, to medical appointments, staying connected locally and with friends and family living in other parts of the State," he said.
The Regional Seniors Travel Card is a $250 prepaid Visa card designed to ease the burden of travel costs for eligible seniors in rural, regional and remote areas. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW John Barilaro said seniors across NSW have benefited from the initial two-year travel card trial, with 337,500 cards issued in 2020 and ...
Jun 17 2021. News. More than 300,000 seniors in the regions will benefit from reduced travel costs with the NSW Nationals in the state government committing $246 million to extend the Regional Seniors Travel Card for another two years. The Regional Seniors Travel Card is a $250 prepaid Visa card designed to ease the burden of travel costs for ...
IPTAAS provides financial support towards travel and accommodation. You can claim financial assistance towards: private vehicle travel. public transport (trains, buses and ferries) taxis (includes ride sharing like Uber) air travel (in special circumstances) accommodation. Visit the IPTAAS website for more information or to make a claim.
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CPSA welcomes the news of increases in existing cost-of-living supports in the 2023- 24 NSW Budget, but calls for the NSW Government to commit to continuing the NSW Regional Seniors Travel Card. Please see CPSA's full comments on the 2023-23 NSW Budget in the media release below. For more information please email our media contact at media ...
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