Companion Card scheme

Digital ID card with a head and shoulders photo, date of birth and the year the card is valid.

The Palmy Companion Card scheme enables disabled people to more easily take part in activities at participating Palmy venues.

The digital ID card is for people who are unable to access ticketed events and venues without a support person, which means there is an extra cost through needing to buy a second ticket.

Companion Card holders show their card at participating venues when buying their ticket or paying an entry fee. They'll receive a ticket for their companion at no extra charge.

More venues have come on board as the trial has progressed. There are now 13 participating venues:

  • Central Energy Trust Arena
  • Centrepoint Theatre
  • Creative Sounds
  • Esplanade Scenic Railway
  • Focal Point Cinema
  • Freyberg Pool, Lido Aquatic Centre and Splashhurst
  • Globe Theatre
  • Palmy Conference + Function Centre
  • Regent on Broadway
  • Silky Otter
  • Te Manawa.

Manawatū Rugby has also signed up to provide Companion Card tickets for Cyclones, Turbos and Hurricanes games here in Palmy.

How the card works

The Companion Card is being administered by Mana Whaikaha.

The digital card operates through mobile devices. People eligible for a Companion Card can apply for one online via the the Palmerston North City Council SmartyGrants platform.

Once Mana Whaikaha has verified your application and confirmed your electronic card, you'll be able to show it at approved venues when you book your ticket.

Bookings need to be made in person or over the phone, as the scheme is not suitable for online bookings. When bookings are made over the phone, you must show your digital card when you collect the tickets.

Steps for signing up

Click the button below to register for Palmy Companion Card

Follow the simple instructions to complete the form, whether you are an existing cardholder or wishing to sign up to the scheme for the first time.

You can upload a photo of yourself (from your mobile device or PC), but this is not mandatory.

An internal process will check and approve the application and explain the next steps.

Apply today

Share your feedback

Card users are invited to share your feedback. Email: info@palmycompanioncard.co.nz

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