The eating and entertainment gift cards, which were incredibly well received during the pandemic in both NSW and Victoria, are back for another round of economy-boosting distribution.
But this time, only one state—Victoria—is providing them, months before the ruling Labor party must contend with a difficult election in two months.
The large free money giveaway is accessible starting on September 19 and lasts until either December 16 or earlier if the $25 million allocated for it has already been spent. Each recipient can receive up to $125 throughout this time period.
Although there are numerous ways to utilize Victoria’s Dining and Entertainment vouchers, state Premier Daniel Andrews stated one option was particularly well-liked.
He predicted a run on dumplings if the claims from the previous round of vouchers are any indication. The promotion is available every day of the week.
The tickets can also be used to receive 25% off the total bill when spending $40 or more on meals at other partner restaurants, cafes, pubs, and clubs, which will be fantastic news for Chinese restaurants.
Participation is also permitted at food courts, fast food and takeout restaurants, juice bars, kiosks, food trucks, and canteens.
When you spend $40 or more and utilize the vouchers, you can additionally get a 25% discount off the total price of your entertainment choices.
This implies, for instance, that if you spend $80 on dining or entertainment, you can receive $20 in cash back.
For meals and entertainment, you can submit numerous claims up to a maximum of $125 in cash back.
Theaters, zoos, museums, amusement parks, and many more are among the entertainment venues that accept the vouchers.
The program, according to Industry Recovery and Support Minister Ben Carroll, will support Victoria’s post-Covid economic recovery.
“This cash-back program puts money back into people’s pockets and helps hardworking companies across Victoria,” Mr. Carroll said. “Whether it’s booking a table for lunch or going to a live music event.”
A fresh wave of free meal coupons in Victoria, according to Daniel Andrews (above), could cause “a rush on dumplings.”
This initiative supports employment and strengthens the state’s economy while fostering consumer and business confidence.
$32 million was spent on the rebate program in just three months after it was initially implemented in Victoria in March.
Despite what Mr. Andrews mentioned about dumplings, the play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and movie tickets accounted for the majority of claims.
Steve Dimopolous, the minister for major events, is optimistic that the second round of vouchers will be just as successful.
We’re giving Victorians even more reasons to get outside and enjoy everything the state has to offer – while saving money and supporting local businesses, he said, noting that the upcoming summer is set to be a blockbuster of significant events.
Get your friends together and make a reservation, Mr. Andrews tweeted to Victorians. 25% is all on us.
Click here for information on how to obtain your vouchers.
The NSW government will be closely monitoring how this most recent round of gifts in Victoria turn out because its own state election is scheduled for March.