Iemma Government to introduce Companion Card for carers
Source: New South Wales. Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care.
"People in NSW who have a severe or profound disability will now be able to take a carer on public transport and to events for the prices of a single ticket.
NSW Minister for Disability Services, Kristina Keneally, announced today the NSW Government will introduce the Companion Card to assist people with disabilities who need a carer to better participate in the community."