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Ready, Set, Stay! NSW Businesses Encouraged to Sign Up for New Voucher Programs

Eligible accommodation providers across the State can now register to take part in two of the NSW Government’s new voucher programs, Parents NSW and Stay NSW.\

Both programs will be implemented using the existing Dine & Discover NSW infrastructure.

Member for Oatley, Mark Coure, said this stimulus package was a huge win for local residents and business owners alike.

“These voucher programs are giving back to local families whilst also generating economic activity and supporting both workers and business owners,” Mr Coure said.

“The NSW Government is continuing to invest in appropriate and targeted stimulus measures to support those who need it most while keeping our economy moving.”

Premier, Dominic Perrottet, said families will be able to access the Parents NSW vouchers and Stay NSW vouchers from February.

“This stimulus is just what families and businesses need with school holidays concluding. Parents across all communities have made huge sacrifices during the pandemic and we want to say thank you to all of them,” Premier Perrottet said.

“Eligible customers will soon be able to redeem their $250 worth of Parents NSW vouchers and $50 Stay NSW voucher with registered Stay NSW businesses, which is a huge win for the accommodation and tourism sectors which have been especially hard hit by the pandemic.”

"The voucher programs will have a multiplier effect on the economy and this will encourage families to spend a night or a weekend exploring Sydney or a regional town, whilst also spending on sightseeing and other activities.”

Treasurer, Matt Kean, said the vouchers form part of the NSW Government’s $2.8 billion COVID-19 Economic Recovery Strategy announced in October and come on the back of the more than $1 billion COVID business support package announced this week.

“These vouchers are a win-win for industry and families and they encourage more families to explore our incredible State and bolster local economies,” Treasurer Kean said.

“We have stood shoulder to shoulder with industry throughout the pandemic and this is another program that will help keep businesses open and workers in jobs.”

Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government, Victor Dominello, said with millions of vouchers to be issued to NSW residents soon, businesses should get ready to boost their income by registering for both programs.

“To take part in the two programs, businesses only have to register once through Service NSW. Once approved, all accommodation providers need to do is simply download the Service NSW for Business app and start scanning vouchers,” Minister Dominello said.

“Whether you are a hotel in Sydney, motel in rural NSW or a holiday park in a coastal town, we want you to take advantage of this stimulus and see more customers come through your doors.”

Businesses will be paid within ten days after redeeming a voucher.

Customers can pool multiple Stay NSW vouchers with friends or family for the same booking at registered accommodation providers, big or small. Parents NSW vouchers can be combined and used to redeem $250 off your accommodation account.

Bookings made through third party providers such as online booking platforms and travel agents are not included in the program.

Participating businesses will be able to redeem vouchers seven days a week, including public holidays. Customers will be able to search for participating accommodation providers on the easy-to-use hotel finder.

Discover NSW registered businesses do not have to re-register to accept Parents NSW vouchers, but can still register if they have yet to do so.

For more information on how to register a business, please visit: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/register-business-stay-nsw-vo...