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The NSW Companion Card program is for people with significant and permanent disability who have a lifelong need for a high level of care to participate in community events and activities.

The Companion Card allows a person’s carer free entry into participating venues and events. This enables people with disability to attend events and participate in activities without the financial burden of having to pay double for access to this kind of activities. 

Free call: 1800 893 044
Applications: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Post: Locked Bag 4028, Ashfield NSW 1800

Following are a number of relevant sections:

Companion Card Handbook 
Frequently asked questions
Companion Card and NDIS
Am I eligible?
Eligibility criteria
Where can the card be used?
Replacement
Latest Events and Activities
Factsheet for Applicants

Your card may work in other states and territories. Other states and territories also have similar programs and it is advisable to contact your local state or territory authority:

ACT Government Access Canberra 
Victorian Companion Card 
Queensland Companion Card 
South Australian Companion Card 
West Australian Companion Card
Tasmanian Government Companion Card
Northern Territory Companion Card

Information sourced from NSW Companion Card

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