Older Canberrans aged 60 and above can now have access to the benefits of the ACT Seniors Card.
Eligible Canberrans can also now apply for the card online as well as in person at the Council of the Ageing (COTA) ACT office during normal business hours.
Cards will still be able to be obtained at Access Canberra Service Centres during the designated quiet periods of 9am to 11am weekdays.
Applications can also be made over the phone through COTA ACT and MyWay Administration Office.
Minister for Seniors and Veterans, Gordon Ramsay said the option to apply online would provide convenience for older Canberrans.
"Applying online is another way older Canberrans can gain access to the Seniors Card benefits and for many this will be a more convenient and accessible way to apply," Minister Ramsay said.
"If you can't apply online, you can continue to apply in-person or over the phone, and support will be available for people if they need it.
"Making the Seniors Card application process easier is part of our commitment to ensure older Canberrans are acknowledged, supported, valued and rewarded for everything they have contributed to our community."
The ACT Seniors Card provides access to a range of discounts, special offers and transport concessions across the ACT and interstate.
There are eligibility requirements for an ACT Seniors Card. You must be a permanent resident of the ACT and not be in paid employment for more than 20 hours per week.
ACT Seniors Cards are combined with Transport Canberra MyWay cards – one card allows for public transport access, and Seniors Card discounts.
Customers applying online will be able to use the electronic application form receipt for transport concessions until their Seniors Card arrives in the mail.
Visit the ACT Seniors Card website www.actseniorscard.org.au for full details, including access to the ACT Seniors Card Discount Directory.
