There is reason to smile this Veterans’ Health Week, as all Victorian veterans, war widows and war widowers have access to free travel across public transport anywhere in Victoria until Sunday, October 20.
The annual week is back for another year, with a new theme ‘Keep Connected’ aiming to promote health and wellbeing in veterans’ and their families’ everyday lives, whilst shining a light on the importance of social togetherness.
To take up the offer, veterans need to travel with either a Victorian Veterans Card – Victoria, an ex-service association or returned from active service badge, a Department of Veterans’ Affairs gold or white card or a Category ‘V’ Victorian public transport concession card.
Holders of Veterans Concession myki, EDA/TPI or War Veterans/War Widow Free Travel Pass can touch on and off as usual. Myki fares won’t be charged during this period.
Tech savvy veterans can also access their card through the Service Victoria app or website, with more than 19,000 already taking advantage.
Veterans Minister Natalie Suleyman said this is a small way to say thank you for the sacrifices of Victoria’s veterans.
“We owe our veterans so much appreciation and thanks – free public transport during Veterans Health Week is one way we can show our gratitude and support,” she said.
Public and Active Transport Minister Gabrielle Williams said the initiative will allow veterans to enjoy as many of the activities and events on show this Veterans’ Health Week.
Details: ptv.vic.gov.au/news-and-events.
Gerald Lynch
