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As a registered ACT Seniors Card holder, I congratulate you on being eligible for the concessions and discounts listed in this Discount Directory. You now have access to a diverse range of discounts and concessions for a wide range of goods and services. I am thankful to all the businesses and organisations who participate in this program, whether it by providing discounts, services or promotions. Each time they do so, it is one more way of thanking our older Canberrans for all they have already contributed. I thank COTA ACT for their continuing efforts and administrative support in developing and producing this essential consumer-related service which provides financial benefits to ACT seniors. Gordon Ramsay MLA Minister for Veterans and Seniors 2017 1 2 Categories Aged and Disability Support Services 16 Aged Care Residences 17 Automotive Services 20 Book Keeping 25 Cafes and Restaurants 26 Car Hire 29 Clubs 30 Community Education 33 Computers and Computer Support 34 Crafts and Hobbies 35 Curtains and Blinds 36 Dental 37 Dry Cleaners and Laundromats 42 Electrical Services 43 Entertainment 44 Financial Services 45 Florists 50 Food Delivery Services 50 Funeral Directors 53 Hair and Beauty 56 Health and Fitness 59 Hearing Services 64 Hire and Rental Household Goods 66 Home Help 67 Home Maintenance and Supplies 72 Housesitting 76 Information 77 Insurance 78 Interstate Accommodation 82 Legal 85 Locksmiths 87 Medical Services 88 Mobility 93 Optometrists 95 Organising and Decluttering 97 Pest Control 98 Pet Care 99 Pharmacy 100 Physiotherapy 103 Plumbing and Gasfitting 105 Real Estate 109 Recreation and Leisure 110 Retail 112 3 Retirement Villages 123 Tourist Attractions 125 Travel 126 Vets 131 Waste Management/Recycling 132 Wellbeing 135 Disclaimer Council on the Ageing (COTA ACT) has acted in good faith in publishing these concessions and discounts, but cannot in any way guarantee the accuracy of the information. COTA ACT is reliant on the good faith of the people and business providing us with the information. This Directory is accurate and up to date at the time of publication. COTA ACT does not accept any responsibility for any errors, omissions or inaccuracies. 4 Access Canberra is here to help you. We’re working to make our services more flexible and accessible so they best meet your needs. We can help you register your car, renew your driver licence, and issue you with a MyWay and Seniors Card. Contact us: • online at act.gov.au/accessCBR • by phone on 13 22 81 • in person at our Service Centres in Belconnen, Gungahlin, Tuggeranong and Woden • through our community partnerships. We value your feedback. Let us know on 13 22 81 how to serve you better. Easier. Simpler. Here to Help. 5 Information ACT Seniors Card outlets New or replacement Seniors Cards, application forms and Directories are available from the following locations: Access Canberra 13 22 81 • Belconnen, Swanson Plaza • Gungahlin, 125 Gungahlin Place • Tuggeranong, Homeworld Centre • Woden, Level 3, Cosmopolitan Centre (Woden Town Square entrance) 21 Bowes Street ACT Public Libraries 02 6205 9000 • Belconnen, 12 Chandler Street • Civic, Civic Square • Dickson, Dickson Place • Erindale, McBryde Crescent • Gungahlin, Hibberson Street • Kingston, Giles Street • Kippax, Hardwick Crescent • Tuggeranong, Cowlishaw Street • Woden, Cnr Corinna and Furzer Streets COTA ACT 02 6282 3777 • Hughes Community Centre, Wisdom Street, Hughes ACTSmart Sustainability Programs Call to speak to an independent advisor for free. 9am to 5pm weekdays (excluding public holidays) 1300 141 777 www.actsmart.act.gov.au [email protected] Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate ACT Government Dame Pattie Menzies House, 16 Challis Street, Dickson Flexible Bus Service A localised, flexible transport option for Canberra seniors and people with a disability. 6205 3555 www.transport.act.gov.au [email protected] 6 Are you travelling interstate? Seniors Card Directories relevant to each State and Territory are available at the Seniors Card Offices listed below. These Directories can also be viewed online to help you take advantage of discounted goods and services as you travel. The ACT Seniors Card can be used throughout Australia at participating businesses. Seniors Card Offices ACT Seniors Card Ph: 02 6282 3777 www.actseniorscard.org.au NSW Seniors Card Ph: 13 77 88 www.seniorscard.nsw.gov.au NT Seniors Card Ph: 1800 441 489 www.seniorscard.nt.gov.au QLD Seniors Card Ph: 13 74 68 www.qld.gov.au/seniorscard SA Seniors Card Ph: 1800 819 961 www.sa.gov.au/seniorscard TAS Seniors Card Ph: 1300 135 513 www.seniors.tas.gov.au VIC Seniors Card Ph: 1300 797 210 www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au WA Seniors Card Ph: 1800 671 233 www.seniorscard.wa.gov.au Who is eligible for an ACT Seniors Card? At the time of applying, applicants must sign a Statutory Declaration that they are: • A permanent resident of the ACT • Working no more than 20 hours per week in paid employment • Turning 61 after 30 June, 2017 or born before 1 July, 1957. Did you know the age eligibility for applying for an ACT Seniors Card has changed from 60 to 61? From 1 July, 2017 applicants now have to be 61 years of age to be eligible. This change does not affect current Seniors Card holders or those who turned 60 before 1 July, 2017. 7 sustainable home advice It was easy to reduce my energy bills and save money. Call 1300 141 777 or visit actsmart.act.gov.au 8 DID YOU KNOW Actsmart can help you drive down your energy costs Reducing your energy bills and saving? money can be quick and easy. Just ask the friendly experts at Actsmart Sustainable Home Advice. They’ll give you tips and advice without compromising on the comfort of your home. This FREE service is available to all ACT residents. Call 1300 141 777 to speak to an independent advisor for FREE 9am to 5pm weekdays (excluding public holidays) Get FREE advice by emailing: [email protected] Attend one of the FREE energy efficiency workshops held across Canberra. See what’s coming up in your area: actsmart.act.gov.au Receive a FREE energy support pack when you attend an energy efficiency workshop [email protected] • actsmart.act.gov.au 9 ACT Seniors Card and NSW Opal Card ACT is the first jurisdiction to link with NSW Opal Card. Your ACT Seniors Card number is uniquely linked to your NSW Opal Card which allows ACT Seniors Card holders access to concessional fares in NSW. Please note: When replacing a lost or damaged ACT Seniors Card it is also necessary to reapply for a NSW Opal Card as your Seniors Card number will change. Interstate Travel Information on Senior’s transport concessions in other States and Territories around Australia can be found on the following websites. Opal card NSW https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/ apply-gold-seniorpensioner-opal-card Trains and coaches NSW http://www.nswtrainlink.info/book/ concessions/pensioners Queensland https://translink.com.au/tickets-and-fares/go- card Victoria https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/tickets/fares/concession/ seniors/ Perth. WA http://www.transperth.wa.gov.au/SmartRider/ Types-of-SmartRider/Seniors-SmartRider South Australia https://www.adelaidemetro.com. au/content/download/13820/144559/version/1/file/ Seniors+metrocard+How-To.pdf Northern Territory https://nt.gov.au/driving/public-transport- cycling/public-bus-tickets/bus-fares-and-concessions Tasmania http://www.concessions.tas.gov.au/concessions/ transport Can I use my ACT Seniors Card overseas? It is worth taking your card with you when travelling overseas as it is often accepted by business internationally as a matter of goodwill. All you need to do is ask, particularly in Hong Kong, Singapore, USA, Canada and the UK. Seniors can be assured that COTA ACT maintains absolute confidentiality with personal information stored on the Seniors Card Database. 10 Flexible Bus Service A localised, exible transport option for Canberra seniors and people with a disability. Free service Wheelchair within zones accessible mini-bus Hospital drop-off Servicing selected on request Canberra areas Local shopping Group travel and medical available centre drop-off within zones Friendly staff Group charter and services professional available for drivers outside zones For bookings call: 6205 3555 Email: [email protected] Website: transport.act.gov.au Bookings must be made two days prior to travel. 11 Consumer Advice When buying goods and services with your Seniors Card, please consider the following: • Obtain the normal quoted price before showing your Seniors Card and requesting a discount. • When making an appointment for a service advertised in this directory as “free consultation” or “discounted service”, please mention that you are a cardholder when making the appointment. • To obtain a discount, you need to present your Seniors Card at the cash register, prior to payment! • If you have difficulties in obtaining discounts from providers listed in this Directory, please advise the Seniors Card Office so that the matter can be investigated.