Friday Finds: This week’s best giveaway, deal and free finds
Every Friday we’ll do the searching so you don’t have to. From travel giveaways and hidden savings to free events and useful apps, here are five discoveries that caught our eye this week.
Giveaway: Win a luxury wilderness escape in Tasmania
If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing a side of Tasmania that few Australians experience, this might be worth entering.
Tasmanian expedition company On Board is celebrating its 10th anniversary by giving away a four-night Port Davey Escape expedition for two aboard its purpose-built vessel, Odalisque III.
The prize ($23,200 value) offers access to the remote southwest wilderness of Tasmania, including Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour, one of the country’s most pristine and least-visited regions. Guests travel in small groups and explore a landscape recognised as part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.
Founded by diver and skipper Pieter van der Woude and now run alongside daughter Alice, On Board has spent the past decade building a reputation for intimate, place-led expeditions focused on conservation, wildlife and local storytelling.
“Port Davey has a way of setting the terms,” Alice van der Woude says. “It is not something you arrive and conquer. It reveals itself slowly, and over time it becomes part of you.”
Enter here: onboardexpeditions.com.au/celebrating-10-years
Free Event: Brisbane Open House
Brisbane residents and visitors can enjoy access to buildings and spaces that are normally closed to the public through the Brisbane Open House program.
From heritage landmarks to contemporary architecture, it’s one of those rare opportunities to see a different side of a city without spending a cent.
More information here
Free App: Medisafe
Remembering medications can become increasingly complicated when multiple prescriptions are involved.
Medisafe is a free app that allows users to set reminders, track medications and share information with family members if required. It is straightforward to use and has become popular among older Australians managing ongoing health conditions.
Travel Deal: Bay of Islands escape from $1,599
New Zealand’s Bay of Islands has long been one of the country’s most loved holiday destinations, and this short-break package offers an easy way to experience it.
The five-day tour includes accommodation, selected meals, sightseeing and the chance to explore the region’s famous waterways, historic sites and coastal villages. Highlights include a cruise through the Bay of Islands, time in Paihia and Russell, and opportunities to soak up some of New Zealand’s most spectacular scenery.
For readers looking for a manageable getaway rather than a lengthy overseas adventure, this one caught our eye.
Find out more: Travel at 60’s Bay of Islands Short Break Tour
Money Saver: Are you using your Seniors Card properly?
Many Australians carry a Seniors Card but don’t fully utilise the discounts available.
Depending on your state, benefits can include reduced public transport fares, discounted accommodation, movie tickets, dining offers, shopping discounts and special promotions throughout the year.
If you haven’t checked your state’s Seniors Card website recently, it may be worth another look. New offers are added regularly and some can save hundreds of dollars over a year.
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