A seniors lobby group has called on the state government and opposition to commit to making the NSW Regional Seniors Travel Card permanent.
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The scheme, trialled for two years starting in 2020, and then extended by another two years, is due to expire at the end of this year.
"The NSW Regional Seniors Travel Card is very popular and helps regional seniors cope with today's high inflation and cost-of-living pressures," said Combined Pensioners' and Superannuants' Association policy manager Paul Versteege.
The card can be used to pay for pre-booked NSW TrainLink regional trains and coaches, as well as fuel and taxis.
While commending the state government on introducing the scheme, Mr Versteege said it was now time for both the state government and opposition to acknowledge its success and commit to its continuation.
"The card has been on trial for almost four years and has been a big success," he said.
"The time for trialling is over; it now needs to be permanent."
People can apply for the card up until November 30. Details HERE
