Benefits

Redeem your points for travel

Use your Awards points to purchase travel with Flight Centre, including flights, hotels, cruises, packages and more. This benefit is available only to Commonwealth Awards cardholders. Conveniently, Flight Centre Limited has over 840 stores nationwide, where you can choose from a wide range of holiday options. You can redeem your points at Flight Centre stores, over the phone by calling 1300 165 033, or online through the Commonwealth Awards website.

Awards points can be redeemed for Velocity Rewards (the frequent flyer program of the Virgin Australia group of airlines) or Air New Zealand Airpoints™ Dollars provided you're a member of the relevant program. Conditions apply.

Customers wanting to transfer their points to Qantas Frequent Flyer must opt-in to Qantas Frequent Flyer Direct. Once you have opted in then all points earned will be automatically transferred across to your Qantas Frequent Flyer account each month. There is a $10 annual fee to opt in to Qantas Frequent Flyer Direct. Conditions apply.

Redeem 2 Awards points for 1 Qantas Frequent Flyer point or 1 Velocity Point. Redeem 160 Awards points for one Airpoint Dollar™.

Interstate flight inconvenience insurance

When you purchase the entire cost of your return interstate flight with your Platinum credit card, we’ll cover you for trip cancellations, flight delays and lost and stolen luggage. Conditions apply.

Travel Money Card

Present your credit card when purchasing a Travel Money Card at any Commonwealth Bank branch and pay no card issue fee. A Travel Money Card is a reloadable prepaid card that holds up to six foreign currencies at one time. It provides a safe and convenient way to access your money overseas and you can save on international transaction fees*.

Your concierge service

Available 24/7, just call 13 16 61 for your concierge service. Whether it's finding front row tickets to an event, recommending a flower service for a loved one or transport to your hotel, both at home and overseas, we are there for you.

Premium Privileges

Access a world of privileges and exceptional offers, including discounts on car rentals, upgrades at premium hotel and resort stays and more. Choose from a wide selection of travel and leisure experiences, thrill-seeking adventures, exotic travel possibilities and relaxing pursuits. For more information, visit www.premiumprivileges.com.au

Access globaleshop by American Express

globaleshop lets you shop at almost any online store in the US that doesn’t normally accept your Australian credit card or won’t normally deliver to an Australian address.

Access American Express Selects™

Enjoy a selection of offers and savings on travel, dining, leisure and shopping, from Australia and around the world. For more information or a list of participating merchants, visit www.amexselects.com.au

MasterCard Priceless Sydney

A unique collection of experiences selected exclusively for MasterCard cardholders. From dining, shopping and sporting opportunities to exciting hotel and entertainment offers, the best of Sydney is waiting at MasterCard Priceless Sydney

Repay your balance with cash back

You can redeem your points for a cash back Award, which you can use to repay your credit card balance. Conditions apply.

Rewarding our customers: Preferential pricing

We aim to offer our customers the best possible service which is why if you’re a new Commonwealth Bank Platinum Awards cardholder we’ll discount your annual fee by $30 if you hold another qualifying Commonwealth Bank account or loan when you apply. It’s just another way we’re determined to help you save.
 

• Important information:
  * Refer to Travel Money Card Conditions of Use and Product Disclosure Statement for more information
  
  As this advice has been prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs, you should, before acting on the advice, consider its appropriateness to your circumstances. CreditCard Plus is issued by The Colonial Mutual Life Assurance Society Limited ABN 12 004 021 809 AFSL 235035. A PDS for CreditCard Plus is available by clicking here and should be considered before making any decision about CreditCard Plus. The offer made in the PDS is currently available only to permanent residents of Australia and persons receiving the document within Australia. Applications from outside Australia will not be accepted.
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