Make good use of your gold card

New Zealand’s SuperGold card is available to people aged 65 and over and can be used both in this country and in Australia. There are two versions of the card, both distributed through the government’s Ministry of Social Development (MSD). One is the SuperGold card, and the other a Veteran’s SuperGold card.

Both require you to be 65 and a New Zealand resident, but as the name suggests, the Veteran’s SuperGold card can be accessed if you also have qualifying operational service. More details on the criteria and what documentation is needed can be accessed through the SuperGold website.

Your card will be sent to you automatically when you turn 65, if you get the New Zealand Superannuation (NZ Super) or a Veteran’s Pension. If you don’t get either of those pensions, you can still apply for a card, but certain criteria apply. If for some reason your card does not arrive, you can approach MSD to apply for a card. Having a SuperGold card adds a little more stretch to your money, both locally and further a eld. It can net you discounts from numerous businesses and o er free or discounted council services and free o -peak travel on public transport. Cardholders also enjoy discounts on things like entertainment, food and healthcare, insurance and fuel. Participating businesses are listed on the SuperGold website.

For more information, either call 0800 25 45 65 or visit www.supergold.govt.nz

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