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Point Hacks Exclusive Deal - 80,000 Bonus Velocity Points with the ANZ Rewards Travel Adventures Card ($225 Annual Fee)

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Point Hacks Exclusive Deal - 80,000 Bonus Velocity Points with the ANZ Rewards Travel Adventures Card ($225 Annual Fee)
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Associatedpohaau @ ANZ on 03/12/2018 - 13:50 pointhacks.com.au (6494 clicks)
Last edited 02/07/2020 - 09:25 by 1 other user

ANZ are offering an increased signup bonus of 80,000 Velocity Points. This is an "Exclusive" offer that you can only get through PointHacks.

The 80,000 points offer is now live and ends on 14th March 2019.

Details include:

  • 80,000 bonus Velocity Points when you spend $1,500 on eligible purchases within the first 3 months of approval.
  • One complimentary return domestic flight each year with Virgin Australia until the card is cancelled.
  • Two complimentary single entry Virgin Australia lounge passes each year until the card is cancelled.
  • No overseas transaction fee on purchases.

  • Earn 1.5 Reward Points per $1 spent on eligible purchases up to $2,000 per statement period, then 0.5 Reward Points per $1 spent on eligible purchases above.

  • Minimum income: $35,000 p.a

  • Annual fee: $225
  • Offer Expires: 14th March 2019

View the full offer details only at PointHacks.

This offer is only available exclusively through Point Hacks and not available through any other channel, including if you go to ANZ directly or use a referral link (the offer there remains no bonus points).

UPDATE: This offer has now been EXTENDED until March 14th 2019, exclusively through Point Hacks.

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  • Sestrooper on 03/12/2018 - 14:56
    +1

    I have the card. Good card for flight alone. only issue is poor points earning after 2k. I max out 2k and then put the card away each month and churn another card.

  • [Deactivated] on 03/12/2018 - 14:58

    I've got the QF Frequent Flyer Black card with ANZ, can I still get this and hold both at the same time?

    • fadeinthemix on 03/12/2018 - 15:00
      +1

      Yep!

    • tzd116 on 03/12/2018 - 15:00
      +1

      Yes. I had the anz black when i applied for this card number of months back. Received the bonus points with no issue.

    • djkelly69 on 03/12/2018 - 15:10

      Yes - literally have both cards in my wallet at the moment.

  • CKdealz on 03/12/2018 - 15:08
    +1

    Also a super decent card for travelling with!

    • [Deactivated] on 03/12/2018 - 15:10

      Is this card a 28degrees killer?

      • jdogg on 03/12/2018 - 15:15
        -3

        28 degrees is crap and has been for many years

        • [Deactivated] on 03/12/2018 - 15:20
          -1

          What makes you say that? I get this card has rewards and the free flight which makes it better than the 28degrees but it also has a $225 annual free, but if you use 28degrees for travel, there is no annual fee and no transaction fee, so its no frills?

          • nightelves on 03/12/2018 - 15:23
            +1

            @[Deactivated]: Most of the time flight is higher than the annual fee.

          • ely on 03/12/2018 - 18:42

            @[Deactivated]: ING is better for international travel; rebates for interna international ATM fees is a winner. No points, but neither does 28 degrees.

            ANZ Travel Rewards is a decent card, definitely worth getting it for the sign up bonus and flight but wouldn't keep it a second year.

            • illumination on 03/12/2018 - 21:13

              @ely: If you think you can reasonably use the flight, it's probably still worth keeping for the second year and worth getting even without a sign up bonus.

              • CKdealz on 04/12/2018 - 12:26

                @illumination: I got the card for the points/flight alone, but used it on a recent 3 week trip to the USA and was a perfect CC for travel with no fees.

            • watwatwat on 04/12/2018 - 12:39

              @ely: Um how is ing better for international travel? They have a 2.5% foreign currency fee.

              • illumination on 04/12/2018 - 12:50
                +1

                @watwatwat: If it's your primary bank account, it's waived. Basically, you have to fulfil a criteria in the calendar month prior. If you do, you get some pretty good perks in the month following:

                • Waiver of 2.5% foreign currency fee
                • No charge for using any ATM charged by ING (including in Australia)
                • Refund of any charge any ATM charges you themselves (whilst a bank may not charge you, the ATM itself may have its own fee) - no other bank in Australia does this, as far as I am aware
                • Higher Savings interest rate for the linked Savings Account (up to balances of $100k)

                So basically, if it's either your primary bank account (in which case you're likely to fulfil the criteria without additional effort) or you're willing to qualify in the preceding month, it's probably not only the most complete bank account, but also the best card for overseas travel at the moment

                • ely on 04/12/2018 - 14:54

                  @illumination: Thanks @illumination.

                  Qualifying is pretty easy; it's technically my main bank account, but as all my transactions are on credit cards one time a month I make a split payment at the supermarket and put through $0.01, $0.02, $0.03, $0.04 and $0.05 transactions. I make a redraw of my mortgage each month to pay the CC bills which meets the income requirement and then we're done.

                  • illumination on 04/12/2018 - 15:12

                    @ely: Yep that's what I used to do (except I'd just do $0.01 5 times haha)

                    And now you can actually just use Beem It to send money to someone because they're treated as card transactions/payments

                    • ely on 04/12/2018 - 19:44

                      @illumination: I did the 1c thing, but missed one one month and ended up with some international fees… Only $3, but I've been careful ever since :D

                      I'd forgotten about Been It, should revisit that.

      • spiff on 03/12/2018 - 15:21

        Yes.
        1) Better UI
        2) Same or better FX rates
        3) Earns points on overseas spend

        28D is just used as a back up.

  • gembel on 03/12/2018 - 15:15
    +1

    So if you have had other ANZ cards but not ANZ Rewards Travel Adventures credit card in the last 12 months, you are eligible it seems!!

  • Keeegs on 03/12/2018 - 15:19

    Anyone knows if I apply and approved today, the card can reach me by 14th next week?

    • nightelves on 03/12/2018 - 15:24

      Ring them up and ask for express post. You'll have to pay for it though.

  • render on 03/12/2018 - 15:32
    +1

    Thanks OP! Will sign up after my 12m exclusion ends

    FYI - the bonus points are Velocity, but the point earn is ANZ Rewards - these transfer 2:1 to Velocity (a little higher during bonus promos)

  • Qmar on 03/12/2018 - 15:33

    Is this card better than the Citibank card? The Citibank points seems to be transferable to Virgin and SIA and the annual fees are pretty low.

    https://www.finder.com.au/citi-rewards-platinum-credit-card-…

    • alphonts on 03/12/2018 - 15:35
      +1

      If you use the free domestic flight to Perth for example, that pays for the annual fee. It just depends if you would use the free flight.

      • serpserpserp on 04/02/2019 - 22:22

        Remember it is a return flight, so even flying Melbourne to Sydney would pay for the annual fee.

  • alphonts on 03/12/2018 - 15:33
    +1

    Applied for this card back at the previous 80k offer. The card is amazing! Yes it does have a low point earn after $2k spend but it has a pretty decent point earn rate if you save it for when they do the Velocity 15% bonus, ANZ usually matches it so you essentially get 30% bonus making it .975 points per $. Also comes with some pretty cool bag tags :P

  • ilikedeals on 03/12/2018 - 15:43
    -2

    The $225 annual fee kills this deal. The St George deal (Amplify Signature Deal with 80,000 QFF points and NO annual fee for the first year) is a much better bargain in my opinion. The St George card comes with 2 Qantas lounge passes too. However, the return flight via Virgin Australia might offset the annual fee and be attractive to some people here. Unfortunately does not include Sydney to Perth return flights so I'll pass!

    Does anyone know which is better - 80,000 QFF points or 80,000 Velocity points?

    • boomramada on 03/12/2018 - 15:47
      +2

      You already pass :)

    • Bills22 on 03/12/2018 - 15:55

      I'd prefer the QFF, but can't answer which is better. I do fly and collect both.

      It would appear to me that QFF has more products available that allows extra points to be earned per dollar spend. For example, they are currently promoting 10 points per $1 spend when spending through DJs.

    • theblake on 03/12/2018 - 15:56
      +1

      Yes it does include Sydney to Perth return flights.
      You might want to revise your entire statement as you have based it on wrong information.

      • ilikedeals on 03/12/2018 - 17:04

        You're correct - just checked on the ANZ website and it does include Sydney to Perth. Thanks for pointing this out!

        • serpserpserp on 04/02/2019 - 22:24

          Why did you think it didn't include it?

          As I've said elsewhere in this thread. Even a return flight from Melbourne to Sydney would be more than $225 usually so the annual fee pays for itself.

    • nubix on 03/12/2018 - 19:01

      but it does include SYD-PER

      sorry others comments got paginated at the time :(

  • KangarooOz on 03/12/2018 - 16:12
    +3

    I cancelled my ANZ Rewards Travel Adventures Card more than 12 months ago, am I still eligible for the bonus points? Yes

    • illumination on 03/12/2018 - 21:14
      +4

      Lol I like how you answered it yourself hahaha

  • robbiecau on 03/12/2018 - 16:27

    So if you transfer the points to Virgin, book the flights and then say before you travel,cancel the card within 12 months do you

    a) lose the flight booking ?
    b) still pay an annual fee ?

    • gstfree on 03/12/2018 - 20:56
      +1

      No and no.

  • hishaken on 03/12/2018 - 16:31

    Is 1.5 reward point =1.5 velocity point?
    can i book return ticket for antbody else?
    how is the return flight ticket availbility?

    • render on 03/12/2018 - 16:34

      They convert 2 ANZ : 1 Velocity (sometimes higher if you stack them up and wait for a promo)

    • spiff on 03/12/2018 - 16:44

      1) 1 ANZ reward point = 0.5 Velocity points. More during the promo periods in May and June (has been anywhere from 10% to 50% bonus).
      2) No.
      3) You have to call up and check yourself. Book as early as possible, especially for peak periods. Anecdotally the availability is worse than Amex flight redemptions.

      • hishaken on 03/12/2018 - 17:14

        thanks. May i book the return ticket for additional card holder?

        • spiff on 03/12/2018 - 17:22

          Don't think so. Needs to be for the primary card holder.

    • alphonts on 03/12/2018 - 17:22

      Works out 2:1 so it’s .75 points per $ or .975 if you wait for the 30% bonus points promotions

    • render on 03/12/2018 - 20:21

      how is the return flight ticket availbility?
      They are T Class fares - you can search on the Virgin website - it's a bit tedious though.

  • Miso on 03/12/2018 - 16:32
    +1

    Great card this. My black out period is up at the end of Jan so will be jumping back in.

    /sets reminder.

  • noddyc43 on 03/12/2018 - 16:41
    +1

    What is $1500 of "net eligible purchases"? Is that including bills and all?

  • [Deactivated] on 03/12/2018 - 16:58

    I was going to cancel this card and wait 12 months, I forgot tho! FML!

    It normally pays for itself with the free flight hwever, nearly anywhere as your U can get on peak hour flights. I fly to Canberra and the flights are $400 4 months ahead, and the card costs half that.

  • MrNice on 03/12/2018 - 17:01

    Hi,

    My question is, do the 80,000 points expire? Also, what if I book high season? Will the points be soo high 80,000 is not enough? I can only go during high seasons sadly.

    And with the eligible purchases, is it everyday things like groceries, fast food, ebay, amazon and all that?

    • Heybargain on 03/12/2018 - 17:08

      Hi MrNice

      https://www.velocityfrequentflyer.com/content/ProgramBenefit…

      And yes those purchases will count.

    • theoracle30 on 03/12/2018 - 18:13

      Your Velocity points won't expire as long as you earn or redeem one point every 24 months.

      There's no points difference in reward seats between low and high season. The only difference is reward seat availability, which will sell out quicker in peak periods. Do you'll have to book early.

  • clause on 03/12/2018 - 17:10

    Hey all,

    Just a quick check, say I have ANZ Rewards Platinum at the moment.

    Can I apply for this card and get the bonus? So a new applicant, then once the card is here I will cancel my Rewards Platinum.

    TIA!

    • spiff on 03/12/2018 - 17:23
      +2

      Many comments above addressing this… but yes you can.

  • JuryWheel on 03/12/2018 - 17:19

    With the flight, does the card holder need to be the person flying or can I book a flight for someone else?

    • Heybargain on 03/12/2018 - 17:27

      Yourself.

      There is another set of restrictions to know about too—the account holder must be the traveller on the complimentary flight when it is redeemed, and you will not earn Velocity Points or Status Credits or able to upgrade to Business Class.

      Outlines it in the link.

  • undersc0re on 03/12/2018 - 17:20

    I'm on a TSS (482) visa which expires in 20 months. Am I eligible for this card?

    • nightelves on 03/12/2018 - 19:17

      No only for PR or Australian citizen

      • illumination on 03/12/2018 - 21:17
        +2

        And pretty sure kiwis with Australian income and Australian residence are fine too. Just pointing that out because Kiwis are not PRs nor Australian citizens.

        • nightelves on 03/12/2018 - 21:27
          +3

          I stand corrected.
          Valid for:
          Australian citizen/resident/valid visa
          New Zealand citizens
          Working, Business, Investor or Student Visas

          Someday I’ll prove you wrong illumination. Some day.

          • illumination on 04/12/2018 - 00:12

            @nightelves: Hahaha I'm not trying to compete

            Just trying to plug information gaps..!!

            And in fact, you've plugged more gaps too. As of my comment, we covered Kiwis, Aussies and PRs, but not others on working visas (which don't fall under any of those categories) that also earn Australian income. They're also eligible!

  • DardyMate on 03/12/2018 - 17:47

    Noob question: Can you like get this for a year and then cancel it?

    • Heybargain on 03/12/2018 - 20:19

      Yes
      You can cancel right after you earn the points too if you want.

      • DardyMate on 03/12/2018 - 21:47

        So basically I got free points then? And they wont cancel the points or chase me or something afterwards?

        • nightelves on 03/12/2018 - 22:00
          +4

          The federal police will be after you for hit and run.

  • astarman on 03/12/2018 - 17:55

    does anyone know if i tranfer the points to Krisflyer - are they considered elite miles and ill automatically be a silver or gold member? with lounge access

    • theoracle30 on 03/12/2018 - 18:13

      No. You only earn elite miles by flying. These are for redemption only.

    • nightelves on 03/12/2018 - 19:20

      If it were the case no one would need to fly.

      • serpserpserp on 04/02/2019 - 22:27

        Yeah we'd all just hang out in the lounges for OZB meet ups!

  • aidsj on 03/12/2018 - 18:47

    I got it from this deal:https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/403728
    not sure if there is any difference

  • watwatwat on 03/12/2018 - 19:24

    Did anyone get asked to enter their velocity number during sign up?

    • KingJuf on 03/12/2018 - 22:05
      +4

      They will send you an email once application is approved and you have activated the card. Then enter code in email and your velocity details via link provided.

      • gembel on 08/12/2018 - 18:44

        Haven't received the email at all..
        How long after activating the card??

        • KingJuf on 08/12/2018 - 19:28

          Mine was pretty much straight away but give it a week I would say.
          Subject line: Hi [NAME], welcome on board.

          Then if you look at the bottom banner of that email there should be a code and instructions on how to register your velocity number.

          • gembel on 09/12/2018 - 00:22

            @KingJuf: I activated the card by phone, if that makes any difference?

            • KingJuf on 09/12/2018 - 04:14

              @gembel: Not sure, I activated via internet banking.

  • PeterN on 03/12/2018 - 19:27
    -1

    Can the flight be sold or does it need to be under the cardholders name?

    • onthehunt on 03/12/2018 - 19:50

      cardholders name only

  • manja on 03/12/2018 - 22:47

    I already have the free for life citi rewards signature card. Should I apply for this card? Is the ongoing reward points better than citi signature?

    • serpserpserp on 04/02/2019 - 22:28

      Anything is better than the citi card.

  • Oliver on 03/12/2018 - 23:18

    If i've already recently done the qantas version of this, am I eligible?

    • KingJuf on 03/12/2018 - 23:19

      Yes

  • Kranbone on 03/12/2018 - 23:46

    Good deal but I've already hedged my bets on Qantas. I wonder if I should also consider this too.

    • nickj on 04/12/2018 - 00:15
      +1

      Was in the same boat, but I'm almost certain I will run out of good card offers that I'm eligible for (i.e. not in the waiting period) a long time before I will run out of expenses necessary to meet the min spend.

      If your situation is similar then you might as well take up all the good offers whilst they're available, even if it's not your preferred FF program.

    • render on 07/12/2018 - 11:21

      Hedged bets on QF but signed up for this last year.
      For my flight patterns have found the award availability better (and surcharges lower) for ANZ flights on VA.

  • Lancerx on 04/12/2018 - 01:59

    Could I still get the bonus point if I cancel my low rate ANZ visa card and reapply for this one?

    • coolsteps on 04/12/2018 - 12:00

      first just apply to qualify for bonuses then call quote application ref no and reduce limit on current card by 6k, never cancel just do split limit and consolidate them

      • Lancerx on 04/12/2018 - 21:56

        Why never cancel?

        • coolsteps on 05/12/2018 - 11:55

          you loose access to that credit limit unless you reinstate it within 60 days. its harder to get approved for new limits . just do split limit and consolidate the cards to avoid fee and keep limits. besides you can call up and ask for 0% b/t offers etc

  • Danger on 04/12/2018 - 11:23
    -2

    I have applied for this card just now but they didn't ask for my Velocity membership number during the application process. Just wondering when do we supply this information to link the velocity with credit card

  • donbot on 04/12/2018 - 16:15

    Approved. Hopefully card comes quickly - got some USD expense to put on it to save on that pesky forex % now I've cancelled BW Plat.

  • oddyseeh on 05/12/2018 - 14:49
    -1

    i did not know that additional cards has extra fees on top. oops guess i should have read the fine print.
    Has anyone managed to get the additional card holders fee to be waived before?

    • bohn on 15/02/2019 - 09:09

      not sure why someone down voted you.
      not all credit card companies charge for additional card holders (eg AMEX) and I just checked the anz application where you can add an an additional card holder, and there is no mention whatsoever of a fee for it.

      I believe it should be mentioned on the application form.

      I doubt they would waive the fee, but you can probably ask them to cancel the additional cardholder if you didn't wish to pay the fee.

  • goatus on 05/12/2018 - 16:04

    Anyone know if you get the bonus points as soon as you meet the minimum spend, or always 3 months after approval?

    • iversonjack on 05/12/2018 - 17:31

      never as soon as you hit. usually toward the end of the period they stated. but experience with ANZ is they dish it out relatively quickly, usually on the next statement after your spend.

      • goatus on 05/12/2018 - 18:55

        cheers

  • cashie on 05/12/2018 - 18:07

    Is anyone here a customer of ANZ?
    Contemplating getting this card and moving all our banking to them but the online reviews are pretty horrendous.

    • Lunarboogie on 06/12/2018 - 06:32

      No need to do that. Get the card, stash the points and bale. Then in 12-months time, repeat the cycle.

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