Eligible seniors can now apply for the 2022 NSW Regional Seniors Travel Card, which will see them receive $250 to help with everyday travel costs.
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Since it was introduced in 2020, more than 690,000 cards have been issued to seniors throughout regional NSW.
Eligible applicants receive a $250 pre-paid Visa card which can be used for fuel, taxis, pre-booked NSW TrainLink Regional trains and coaches as well as select community transport services.
The card ensures 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 NSW.
In addition to the existing criteria, seniors can apply for a travel card if they have reached the Age Pension-age and are receiving either a Disability Support Pension or Carer Payment from Services Australia.
Applications for the 2022 NSW Regional Seniors Travel Card are open until late-November.
Eligible participants will also be able to apply for a 2023 Regional Seniors Travel Card early next year, meaning more ongoing financial support for essential travel costs.
The 2022 cards are contactless, making payments safer and easier for card holders, and are made from 85.5 per cent recycled plastic.
With the latest COVID-19 health advice, seniors are strongly advised to apply online or call 13 77 88 rather than visit a service centre.
More information can be found at Service NSW regional seniors travel card page HERE.
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