Helping more older Tasmanians get active

The groundbreaking Ticket to Wellbeing program is now open for round two, as the Tasmanian Government continues to deliver support for older Tasmanians to stay active.

The Ticket to Wellbeing program offers eligible Tasmanians aged 65 and over one $100 voucher to spend towards the cost of a sport and active recreation registration.

Minister for Sport, Nick Duigan, said the program’s second round followed a hugely successful round one, which provided vouchers to nearly 4500 older Tasmanians.

“We heard from many recipients about how beneficial Ticket to Wellbeing has been to stay connected to a sport they love,” Minister Duigan said.

“We also heard how positive it can be for those trying out a sport or recreational activity for the first time, with one in 10 of the recipients taking up a new activity.

“Golf clubs across the state had more than 2000 vouchers redeemed, with bowls a close second.”

The Government has announced it will double the Ticket to Wellbeing Program from 2026-27, and extend it a further two years to 30 June 2028, meaning more Tasmanians keep active, connected and healthy.

Minister for Ageing, Bridget Archer, said our Government is delivering positive initiatives that support our older Tasmanians.

“The first round of the Ticket to Wellbeing Program was a resounding success with the program exhausting in just 10 weeks, supporting nearly 9000 vouchers to help older Tasmanians stay active, connected and healthy,” Minister Archer said.

“This overwhelming response shows just how valued this program is in our community.

“Pleasingly, it’s helping older Tasmanians get out, socialise and get moving by getting involved in sport and active recreation activities in their local communities.

“We are continuing to invest in the wellbeing of older Tasmanians, because we want all Tasmanians to live enriching and healthy lives.”

Council On The Ageing CEO, Brigid Wilkinson, said COTA Tasmania welcomed the launch of round two of this successful program.

“Ticket to Wellbeing provides cost of living relief to older Tasmanians whilst also supporting their connection to local recreation activities,” Ms Wilkinson said.

“With round one taking just 10 weeks to meet capacity, we know there is great interest and need for the Ticket to Wellbeing program and we are proud to continue to work with the Government to see its continued success.”

Eligible older Tasmanians with a valid Services Australia Health Care Card, or a Pensioner Concession Card will be able to use their vouchers towards a wide range of activities to help them get active locally.

The voucher can be used across many different areas including golf, lawn bowls, and tennis, through to croquet and tai chi. The program has more than 300 activities registered and is continuing to grow.

Up to 2,500 vouchers are available in this round and applications will close once all vouchers are issued.

For more information and to apply online visit www.tickettowellbeing.tas.gov.au

Further support can be accessed at through community centres, libraries and approved activity providers.