Every New South Wales (NSW) resident is set to receive $100 worth of vouchers to spend on dining and entertainment as the state government looks to revive the hardest hit sectors from the COVID-19 recession.
The Out & About scheme, which costs $500 million, will allocate every adult aged over 18 four $25 vouchers to spend at hospitality and entertainment venues.
Two can be redeemed in restaurants, cafes, and clubs and the other two can be used for entertainment activities such as art galleries, cinemas, amusement parks, zoos, and theatres.
The vouchers can’t be spent on retail, alcohol, gambling, or cigarettes. The government is also considering restricting the use of the vouchers to the weekday.
The Art Gallery of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia. Brianne Makin/Getty Images
