SECRET DISCOUNTS SENIORSƒ CANƒ CLAIM

Don’t miss out on money-saving discounts – the savings can add up

SAVE ON SHOPPING

Once you’ve signed up for your free seniors card, you can check your state seniors card website for benefits and discounts, which vary among states and may cover groceries, public transport and more. Visit info.australia.gov.au/ information-and-services/ benefits-and-payments/ older-australians/ seniors-card.

ORDER YOUR FAVOURITE CUISINE

You can also dine out for less with your free seniors card. In states including Queensland, you can get 10% off your meal at Subway, while states including the ACT have 10% off your order at Muffin Break. Not sure if there’s a discount at your favourite restaurant, takeaway or cafe? It never hurts to ask!

SAVE ON TRAVEL

Keen to get away for the weekend? Check travel discounts on your seniors card before you book, as there are usually a number of hotels and resorts offering discounts. In WA, there’s a 10% discount at Kimberley Sands Resort in Broome, and in Victoria, you can get 10% off a stay at The Sebel Melbourne Docklands.