Haven't bought dad a Father's Day present yet? Well, you might be able to save your pennies! According to a new MyState Bank research study, nine out of ten Aussie Dad's would hands-down pick a 'family experience' over any gift this Father's Day.
The study also found that 48% of Aussie Dad's have received a Father's Day gift they considered to be a waste of money, while half have received a gift they'd never even used.
Heather McGovern, MyState Bank's General Manager Digital and Marketing, said, "For those who would like to buy a gift for their Dad's this year, consider it carefully to avoid splashing out on something that is likely to end up being returned or shoved at the back of the wardrobe."
"Our research shows that the most impactful gifts are priceless and free," McGovern said.
It seems that presence is the best present to give dad this Father's Day. So, rather than blowing cash on lavish gifts, ditch your phone for the day and spend some quality time together instead. Trust us; the memories will outlast anything that you can wrap.
And here's how you can make the day extra special without spending a tonne.
Most rewards credit cards offer unique experiences, like cooking classes or bridge climbs in exchange for points, so, why not trade in your existing rewards points and treat dad to some excitement?
Here are some of our favourite experiences you can get with rewards cards:
ANZ Rewards Credit Card
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ANZ - Rewards
25,000 bonus Rewards Points (must spend $1,000 on eligible purchases in the first 3 months)
With the ANZ Rewards Credit Card, you'll earn 1 Rewards Point per dollar on your first $1,000 spent in the month, then 0.5 points uncapped per dollar after that. Plus, there's a super fab 25,000 bonus Points offer up for grabs, when you spend $1,000 on eligible purchases in the first 3 months.
Favourite rewards experience: Want to be the golden child this Father’s Day? Well, for 18,000 ANZ Reward Points, you could score 2 Event Cinemas Gold Class Passes and treat dad to a luxurious movie experience. Or, if you really want to spoil him rotten, you could send dad to the relaxing Endota Spa with the Surrender Spa Package for 36,670 Reward Points!
NAB Qantas Rewards Signature Credit Card
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NAB - Qantas Rewards Signature Card
120,000 Bonus Qantas Points ($3,000 minimum spend in the first 60 days & must keep card account open for over 1 year)
Includes free insurance covers and concierge service
The NAB Qantas Rewards Signature Card gives you the chance to earn 1 point per dollar on the first $5,000 spent in a month, then 0.5 points per dollar for the next $20,000 spent in a month. That means you could potentially accumulate a whopping 15,000 points each month!
Favourite rewards experiences: The rewards points you earn on your NAB Qantas Rewards Signature Card are automatically credited to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program. Which means you could turn your Qantas Frequent Flyer points into flights and book a Father’s Day trip away! A flight from Sydney to Melbourne would cost you just 8,000 points (plus A$35.83 taxes, fees and carrier charges).
American Express Qantas Ultimate Credit Card
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American Express - Qantas Ultimate Card
2018 Mozo Experts Choice Award-winner*
$450 annual Qantas Travel Credit
55,000 bonus Qantas Points (when you apply online and spend $3,000 in the first 3 months)
Want 55,000 bonus Qantas Points? Well, sign up online to the American Express Qantas Ultimate Credit Card and spend $3,000 in the first 3 months and voila! You’ve hit the Qantas Point jackpot! With the American Express Qantas Ultimate Credit Card you’ll be able to earn 1.25 uncapped Qantas Points per dollar spent (on eligible purchases).
Favourite rewards experiences: With the American Express Qantas Ultimate Credit Card, each year you’ll receive a $450 Qantas Travel Credit to use on eligible Qantas flights when you book and pay online using American Express Travel. Plus, you’ll also receive two complimentary Qantas Club and American Express Lounge invitations each year and a complimentary Qantas Wine Premium membership. So, why not give dad the deluxe wine and dine in the sky experience this Father’s Day?
CUA Platinum Credit Card
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Great Southern Bank - Platinum Credit Card
Multiple 2018 Mozo Experts Choice Award winner**
Concierge service and purchase protection insurance
From concierge service, travel insurance, purchase protection insurance and the chance to earn 1 point per dollar spent (up to 100,000 points per year), the CUA Platinum Credit Card is packed with value. Not to mention, the CUA Platinum Credit Card took out two 2018 Mozo Experts Choice Awards** for best No Annual Fee Platinum Credit Card and Balance Transfer Platinum Credit Card (Brisbane Heat Offer).
Favourite rewards experiences: The CUA Rich Life Rewards program gives you access to a tonne of insane rewards offers, like a 1-day ticket to Australia’s biggest theme parks, Dreamworld and WhiteWater World for just 21,300 rewards points (27,300 points for a 3-day ticket or 29,800 points for a 7-day ticket). What dad wouldn’t love an action-packed Father’s Day adventure?
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