How do I get a Seniors Card?
If you are over 60 years of age and a permanent resident of the Northern Territory you are eligible to apply for a NT Seniors Card.
Your Seniors Card is issued as a lifetime card. Replacements are available if your card becomes damaged, lost or stolen.
Phone the Seniors Card Office - Freecall 1800 777 704
Download a form :Seniors Card Application Form
What discounts and benefits are available?
More than 630 businesses support the scheme and provide a number of discounts on a great range of goods and services.
Check out the Seniors Card Business Directory and new business listings to see details of supporting businesses.
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NT Public Transport
Free travel is available to all Senior Card holders on scheduled public buses in Darwin and Alice Springs.
MVR Concessions
TIO administers the Motor Accident Compensation (MAC) Scheme on behalf of the NT Government and provides Seniors Card holders with an annual concession of $50 on the registration of private motor cars.
NT Government Concessions
As an incentive for seniors to remain in the Territory during their retirement the NT Government provides concessions to seniors (women 60+and males 65+ years ). Seniors need to make separate application for these entitlements through the NT Pensioner and Carer Concession Scheme.
For further information visit NT Pensioner and Carer Concession Scheme
How do I use my Seniors Card?
The Seniors Card is for personal use and is not transferable to other people including family members, friends or colleagues.
Show your Seniors Card to let businesses know that you are entitled to access the benefits and discounts that they have agreed to provide. Always advise the business of your intention to claim their benefit or discount BEFORE doing business with the trader.
There is no obligation by businesses to honour discounts after the transaction has occurred.
Businesses join the Seniors Card Scheme in support of the seniors in our community and are not reimbursed by Government. Please show them the courtesy you want to receive in return.
Can I use my Seniors Card when travelling interstate or overseas?
As part of a national initiative NT Seniors Card is recognised for discounted fares on most interstate public transport. Many interstate Seniors Card businesses also extend their offer to visitors. However, it is at their discretion and seniors should always check first.
For public transport information or a copy of Seniors Card Business directories, visit http://www.seniorscard.com.au/ for a links to each state and territory Seniors Card website.
It is worth taking your Seniors Card with you when travelling overseas, as it is often accepted by businesses internationally as a matter of goodwill. There is quite a lot of evidence of it being accepted in New Zealand, Hong Kong, Singapore, USA, Canada and UK.
How do I nominate a Business of Excellence?
The very foundation of Seniors Card relies on the support of all participating businesses that provide valuable discount offers to members. The "Business of Excellence Awards" acknowledges those businesses that "go the extra mile".
This award program, gives seniors the opportunity to nominate their "senior friendly" businesses that value their custom and take the trouble to find products to suit their needs, or provide services or facilities that make shopping easier.
Nominate now and support the businesses that support you.
Download Nomination Form or phone 8999 2552 for one to be sent to you.
Business of Excellence Award Nomination Form
Send completed nomination forms to:
NT Seniors Card Scheme
Business of Excellence Awards
PO Box 40596
CASUARINA NT 0811
