🇦🇺 Australia · Weekly Points
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Track gift card promos at Woolworths & Coles. Filter by your visa type. Never miss a Wednesday deal again.
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🟢 Woolworths
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Everyday Rewards → Qantas Points
2 Everyday Rewards pts = 1 Qantas Point · 2:1 transfer ratio
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20× POINTS
TCN Ultimate
Flexible gift card for a wide range of major retailers.
📍 JB Hi-Fi, Officeworks, The Good Guys, IKEA, Webjet, Uber and many more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Ultimate Kids
Toys, games and kids' retailers.
📍 Kmart, Target, Toy World, Rebel Sport and more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Ultimate Teen
Fashion, tech and entertainment for teens.
📍 JB Hi-Fi, Cotton On, Glue Store, Jay Jays and more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Ultimate Him
Sports, tech and lifestyle brands for him.
📍 JB Hi-Fi, Rebel Sport, The Good Guys, BCF and more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Ultimate Her
Fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands for her.
📍 David Jones, Sephora, Myer, Witchery, Lorna Jane and more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Ultimate Home
Homewares, furniture and appliances.
📍 IKEA, The Good Guys, Bed Bath N' Table, Adairs and more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Ultimate Active
Sports, fitness and outdoor retailers.
📍 Rebel Sport, BCF, Kathmandu, Amart Sports and more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Baby & Mum
Baby products and maternity brands.
📍 Baby Bunting, Target, Kmart, Mothercare and more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Birthday
The perfect birthday gift — broad retailer coverage.
📍 JB Hi-Fi, Rebel, Cotton On, The Good Guys and more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Celebrate
Restaurants, experiences and entertainment.
📍 Select restaurants, entertainment venues and experience brands
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Thank You
A thoughtful gift for any occasion.
📍 Broad retailer coverage across fashion, lifestyle and tech
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Students
Essentials for students — tech, stationery and more.
📍 JB Hi-Fi, Officeworks, Kmart, Cotton On and more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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20× POINTS
TCN Everyone
Something for everyone — broad retailer coverage.
📍 Wide range of retailers across lifestyle, tech and fashion
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
💡 Woolworths tip
Activate your Everyday Rewards offers in the app before you shop — bonus points aren't applied retroactively. Enable auto-transfer so points move to Qantas automatically each month.
🔴 Coles
5 active
Flybuys → Velocity Points
2 Flybuys pts = 1 Velocity Point · 2:1 transfer ratio
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1,000 pts per $50
Google Play
Apps, games, YouTube Premium & Google One.
📍 Google Play Store (Android only)
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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1,000 pts per $50
TCN Him
Sports, tech and lifestyle brands for him.
📍 JB Hi-Fi, Rebel Sport, The Good Guys, BCF and more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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1,000 pts per $50
TCN Her
Fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands for her.
📍 David Jones, Sephora, Myer, Witchery, Lorna Jane and more
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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1,000 pts per $50
Netflix
Stream movies and TV shows on Netflix.
📍 Netflix app and netflix.com — load credit to your account
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
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1,000 pts per $50
Stan
Australian streaming — movies, TV shows and Stan Sport.
📍 Stan app and stan.com.au — load credit to your account
WHVStudent482 TSSPR/Citizen
💡 Coles tip
Promos go live on Wednesdays — check before your weekly shop. Velocity Points expire after 24 months of inactivity. Enable auto-transfer in Flybuys so points move to Velocity automatically.
✌️ Double-dipping — earn points twice
Step 1
Go to Coles or Woolworths on a Wednesday (or while promo is live)
Step 2
Pick up a gift card on promotion — Apple, Uber, JB Hi-Fi and more
Step 3
Pay with a rewards credit card AND scan your Flybuys/Everyday Rewards card — earn from both at once
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Credit Cards by Visa Type — Now Live!
Which rewards cards you can actually get — filtered by WHV, Student, 482 TSS and PR
eGift Cards — Digital Promos
Online-only gift cards from Everyday Gifting, Myer, Target, Kmart & Big W
Qantas Shopping — Partner Store Offers
Earn Qantas Points at The Iconic, Myer, Kogan, Booking.com and 200+ stores
Flybuys Shop — Partner Store Offers
Earn Velocity Points via Flybuys partners including eBay and Booking.com
Everyday Rewards & Flybuys Category Bonuses
Weekly in-store category promos tracked here
⚡ Flash alert
TCN Ultimate 20× this week at Woolworths + 1,000 Flybuys pts on Netflix, Stan & Google Play at Coles
Two promo types running simultaneously. Woolworths: 20× on TCN Ultimate. Coles: 1,000 bonus Flybuys on $50 streaming cards. Combine with a rewards credit card to double-dip.
Read full breakdown →
📘 Guide
Qantas vs Velocity — which program should you focus on?
Australia's two major programs suit different goals. Qantas wins for international travel; Velocity for domestic and simplicity. Most serious earners run both simultaneously — here's how to decide.
Read full guide →
📘 Guide
What are your points actually worth? The honest answer
Most Australians don't know that a Qantas Point is worth very different amounts depending on how you use it — from 0.5¢ on merchandise to over 6¢ on international Business Class. Learn where the real value is.
Read full guide →
✅ Tip
The Wednesday ritual — how to never miss a 20× week again
Every Wednesday morning, Coles and Woolworths release their weekly gift card promotions. The best deals sell out by Thursday. Here's the exact routine to make sure you never miss one.
Read the tip →
✅ Tip
Double-dipping explained — how to earn from two programs at once
The most powerful points strategy available to anyone in Australia — including WHV and Student visa holders. No credit card needed. It comes down to one simple habit at the checkout.
Read the tip →
📘 Guide
Student visa (500) — your complete points strategy for 2026
You can't get most credit cards, but you can still earn 8,000–20,000 Velocity Points a month without one. Plus: the one bank that actually accepts international students.
Read full guide →
📘 Guide
WHV holders (417/462) — what you can and can't do with points
All banks block WHV holders from rewards credit cards. But there's still a solid path to a free domestic flight within 3 months — using only gift cards, 7-Eleven, and DiDi.
Read full guide →
📘 Guide
Sign-up bonuses — the fastest way to 100,000+ points in Australia
A single credit card sign-up bonus can be worth more points than 2 years of everyday spending. But timing, eligibility and the fine print matter enormously. Here's what to know before applying.
Read full guide →
📰 News
Points expiry rules in 2026 — and the easiest way to reset the clock
Qantas expires points after 18 months of inactivity. Velocity after 24. Millions of Australians lose points every year without realising. One $20 gift card purchase is all it takes to reset.
Read the news →
✅ Tip
Planning a big purchase? Always buy a gift card first
Laptop, TV, phone, fridge — if the retailer sells gift cards at Coles or Woolworths, you should always buy the gift card first during a promo week. Here's the maths on a $2,000 purchase.
Read the tip →
✅ Tip
7-Eleven + Velocity — earn points on coffee, fuel and snacks every day
4 Velocity Points on every coffee. 2 points per litre on premium fuel. Available to all visa holders with no credit check. If you have a 7-Eleven near you, this is the easiest daily habit in points.
Read the tip →
📰 News
Qantas Classic Reward search tool — the 2026 upgrade that changes everything
Qantas launched a new reward seat search tool in early 2026, free for all members. Over 14,000 Classic Reward seats are booked every single day. Here's how to use it to find Business Class availability.
Read the news →
📘 Guide
482 TSS visa — you have access to the best cards. Here's where to start
TSS holders can access Amex, ANZ, Westpac, CBA and NAB rewards cards — all blocked to WHV and most Student visa holders. A single sign-up bonus can be worth 100,000–150,000 points. This guide tells you which card to get first.
Read full guide →
✅ Tip
Auto-transfer: the one setting most Flybuys users never enable
By default, Flybuys points sit in your Flybuys account and never become Velocity Points. One setting in the app changes that. If you haven't enabled it, you're probably sitting on unconverted points right now.
Read the tip →
Rewards Credit Cards · Australia 2026
Which cards can you
actually get?
Every rewards card filtered by your visa type — so you only see what's available to you. No surprises at the bank.
⚡ Sign-up bonuses up to 170,000 pts — enough for a Business Class flight to Asia
Filter by your visa type
AMEX
Premium
Platinum Card
American Express
150,000 bonus pts
Sign-up bonus
✦ Spend AU$3,000 in first 3 months
Annual Fee
AU$1,450Earn Rate
2.25 pts/$1 on all purchases
Qantas PointsVelocity Points
✦ Best card in Australia — lounge access + travel credits
AMEX
Mid-tier
Platinum Edge
American Express
100,000 bonus pts
Sign-up bonus
✦ Spend AU$3,000 in first 3 months
Annual Fee
AU$195Earn Rate
3 pts/$1 supermarkets · 2 pts/$1 travel
Qantas PointsVelocity Points
✦ Best earn rate at supermarkets — perfect for Woolworths double-dip
AMEX
Mid-tier
Explorer Credit Card
American Express
120,000 bonus pts
Sign-up bonus
✦ Spend AU$3,000 in first 3 months
Annual Fee
AU$395Earn Rate
2 pts/$1 on all purchases
Qantas PointsVelocity Points
✦ Includes AU$400 Travel Credit + airport lounge passes
ANZ
Premium
Frequent Flyer Black
ANZ
130,000 bonus pts
Sign-up bonus
✦ Spend AU$4,000 in first 3 months
Annual Fee
AU$425Earn Rate
1 Qantas pt/$1 · 1.5 pts/$1 overseas
Qantas Points
✦ Qantas Club membership included (value AU$621)
ANZ
Entry
Frequent Flyer
ANZ
70,000 bonus pts
Sign-up bonus
✦ Spend AU$2,000 in first 3 months
Annual Fee
AU$95Earn Rate
0.75 Qantas pt/$1 on all purchases
Qantas Points
✦ Best entry-level Qantas card — eligible for Student visa
WBC
Premium
Altitude Black
Westpac
140,000 bonus pts
Sign-up bonus
✦ Spend AU$6,000 in first 4 months
Annual Fee
AU$395Earn Rate
1.25 pts/$1 · 2.5 pts/$1 overseas
Qantas PointsVelocity Points
✦ Transfers to both Qantas & Velocity — maximum flexibility
WBC
Mid-tier
Altitude Platinum
Westpac
80,000 bonus pts
Sign-up bonus
✦ Spend AU$3,000 in first 3 months
Annual Fee
AU$150Earn Rate
1 pt/$1 on all purchases
Qantas PointsVelocity Points
✦ Flexible transfers to both programs — eligible for Student visa
CBA
Mid-tier
Smart Awards
Commonwealth Bank
60,000 bonus pts
Sign-up bonus
✦ Spend AU$2,500 in first 3 months
Annual Fee
Free!Earn Rate
1.5 pts/$1 on eligible purchases
Qantas PointsVelocity Points
✦ No annual fee + accepts international students (6+ months on visa)
CBA
Premium
Diamond Awards
Commonwealth Bank
100,000 bonus pts
Sign-up bonus
✦ Spend AU$5,000 in first 3 months
Annual Fee
AU$300Earn Rate
2 pts/$1 on purchases
Qantas PointsVelocity Points
✦ Premium CBA card with lounge passes and travel insurance
NAB
Premium
Qantas Signature
NAB
120,000 bonus pts
Sign-up bonus
✦ Spend AU$3,000 in first 3 months
Annual Fee
AU$295Earn Rate
1 Qantas pt/$1 · 2 pts/$1 overseas
Qantas Points
✦ Best NAB Qantas card — includes domestic lounge passes
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Complete Beginner's Guide
Zero to earning miles
in 5 steps
Never heard of Qantas Points or Velocity? No problem. This guide explains everything — from scratch — in plain language, tailored for people living in Australia on a visa.
Chapter 1 of 5
What are frequent flyer miles — and why should you care?
Frequent flyer points (also called "miles") are a virtual currency you earn by spending money on everyday purchases. Groceries, petrol, food delivery apps, credit cards, streaming subscriptions — all of it can generate points.
These points have real value: you redeem them for flights, cabin upgrades, or hotel stays. A Sydney–London Business Class ticket normally costs AU$10,000+. With points, that same seat can cost just ~AU$200–400 in taxes and fees.
Real example: Average weekly grocery spend: AU$200. During a 20× Wednesday promo at Coles: 4,000 Flybuys points per week. Over 1 year: ~200,000 points — enough for a one-way flight to Tokyo or Bangkok in Economy.
The fundamental concept
How it works in practice
The cycle has three parts:
1
Join a program (it's free)
Qantas Frequent Flyer or Velocity Frequent Flyer. Takes 5 minutes. You get a member number.
2
Earn points by buying normal things
Supermarkets, petrol, food delivery apps, credit cards — all of it counts. Points land in your account automatically.
3
Redeem for travel
When you have enough points, you book flights, upgrades, or hotels — paying with points instead of money.
The reality: most Australians (and immigrants) never redeem a single point because they don't know the system exists, or don't know how to use it. You're already ahead just by reading this.
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Chapter 2 of 5
The two main programs in Australia
Australia has two major frequent flyer programs worth your attention. You don't have to choose one — you can join both at the same time, for free.
| Program | Airline | Currency | Supermarket partner | Join |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | Qantas | Qantas Points | Woolworths (Everyday Rewards) | AU$99 or free |
| Velocity Frequent Flyer | Virgin Australia | Velocity Points | Coles (Flybuys) | 100% free |
Tip: Start with Velocity — it's free, no visa check, and can be set up online in 3 minutes. For Qantas FF, search "Qantas Frequent Flyer free join link" on Google — free sign-up links exist and work.
Supermarket partners
Woolworths → Qantas | Coles → Velocity
Each supermarket has its own loyalty program that converts into airline miles:
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Woolworths → Everyday Rewards → Qantas Points
Scan your Everyday Rewards card when you shop. Every 2,000 Everyday Rewards points converts to 1,000 Qantas Points (2:1 ratio).
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Coles → Flybuys → Velocity Points
Scan your Flybuys card when you shop. Every 2,000 Flybuys points converts to 1,000 Velocity Points (2:1 ratio).
Important: points don't transfer automatically by default. You need to enable the transfer in the app settings (Everyday Rewards → enable "Transfer to Qantas" / Flybuys → enable "Transfer to Velocity"). Once activated, it's automatic every month.
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Chapter 3 of 5
Ways to earn — from easiest to most powerful
There are several ways to earn points. Here they are ordered from most accessible (anyone can start today) to most advanced:
| Method | Points/month (estimate) | Effort | Needs a credit card? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supermarket shopping (Flybuys/Everyday Rewards) | 200–500 pts | Low | No |
| Gift cards on promotion (20× every Wednesday) | 5,000–40,000 pts | Low | No |
| 7-Eleven + DiDi + DoorDash (Velocity) | 300–800 pts | Low | No |
| Rewards credit card (everyday spending) | 2,000–8,000 pts | Medium | Yes (requires approval) |
| Sign-up bonus (new card) | 60,000–170,000 pts (once) | Medium | Yes (new card) |
| Insurance / energy / home loan | 10,000–250,000 pts (once) | High | Depends |
The most underrated strategy
Wednesday gift card promos — the 20× secret
Every Wednesday, Coles and Woolworths put selected gift cards on a 20× points promotion. Instead of earning 1 point per dollar, you earn 20. It's the most efficient way to accumulate without a credit card.
How it works: You buy an Apple, Uber, or JB Hi-Fi gift card at the supermarket during the promo. You were going to spend that money anyway — now you get 20× points for it.
Example: AU$200 in Apple gift cards during a 20× week = 4,000 Flybuys = 2,000 Velocity Points. Do that 4 weeks a month = 8,000 Velocity Points/month, just from spending you'd already do.
Double-dipping: If you have a rewards credit card, pay for the gift cards with it AND scan your Flybuys/Everyday Rewards card. You earn points from both at the same time.
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Chapter 4 of 5
Your visa determines what you can do
The part no other site explains: not every strategy is available for every visa type. The biggest restriction is rewards credit cards — Australian banks block certain visas from applying.
| Strategy | WHV (417/462) | Student (500) | TSS (482) | PR / Citizen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Join Qantas FF / Velocity | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Everyday Rewards / Flybuys | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| 20× gift card promos (Wednesdays) | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| 7-Eleven / DiDi / DoorDash | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Rewards credit card | ✗ Blocked | ~ Partial | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Sign-up bonus (new card) | ✗ Blocked | ~ Partial | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Credit card churning | ✗ Blocked | ✗ Blocked | ~ Partial | ✓ Yes |
WHV: no credit card, but you can still earn 8,000–20,000 Velocity Points/month through gift card promos + 7-Eleven + DiDi. That's enough for a domestic flight in 2–3 months.
Student (500): Commonwealth Bank (CBA Smart Awards) accepts international students with 6+ months remaining on their visa. It's the entry-level card for people still studying.
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Chapter 5 of 5
Your action plan — next 30 minutes
Enough theory. Here's exactly what to do, in the right order, depending on your visa:
1
Create your Velocity account (5 min)
Go to velocityfrequentflyer.com → Join → Fill in your name, Australian address, email. It's free, no visa check. Write down your member number.
2
Download the Flybuys app and enable auto-transfer (5 min)
Flybuys app → Rewards → "Transfer to Velocity" → enable. Your Coles points will now automatically convert to Velocity Points every month.
3
Link 7-Eleven, DiDi and DoorDash (10 min)
In each app, go to settings and link your Velocity account. From that point on, every coffee, ride and delivery order earns you points.
4
Set a Wednesday reminder
Coles and Woolworths release their gift card promos every Wednesday morning. Come back to Pointsy to see what's at 20× and filter by your visa type.
5
TSS / PR: apply for a rewards credit card
Go to the 💳 Credit Cards tab on this site, filter by your visa and see which cards are available to you. A sign-up bonus can be worth 60,000–170,000 points in one hit.
What's next
Never miss a promo again
Now that you know the basics, Pointsy does the heavy lifting — tracking promotions every week and filtering them by your visa type.
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Subscribe to weekly alerts
Get an email every Wednesday morning with that week's best deals — before you head to the supermarket.
Page 5 of 5 — You're all set!