about local rewards

Local Rewards is a program designed to support local communities and businesses

ABOUT LOCAL REWARDS
Local Rewards is a program designed to support local communities and businesses. It’s a collaborative effort brought to life by local business chambers, government authorities, retailers, and the Local Precincts Project Limited.

The founding members of Local Precincts Project include the Surry Hills Creative Precinct and Business Partnership, the Glebe Chamber of Commerce, the Broadway-Darlington Precincts, and the Redfern-Waterloo Precincts in Sydney.

Local Rewards is the only grassroots program in Australia that benefits shoppers, businesses, and not-for-profit organisations. Its unique approach to local shopping helps increase customer loyalty for participating businesses and provides them with a deeper understanding of their customers. And it’s not just about the businesses – shoppers get to enjoy cash back and fun treats when they activate their eligible Mastercard and Visa debit and credit cards on the Local Rewards app and shop at participating businesses.

In 2023, Local Rewards is launching to help undo the pandemic’s damage to local communities and businesses. By encouraging people to shop locally, the program aims to provide a much-needed boost to the local economy and make shopping more enjoyable and rewarding for everyone.

Local Rewards uses cutting edge payments technology developed in Sydney by award winning developers. Users only need to link their preferred card to the program once. Every time they shop in a Local Rewards business, the program will recognise your card and execute the cash back reward process.

So, if you’re tired of the same-old loyalty programs and want to support your local community, sign up for Local Rewards now! The program is open to all eligible Mastercard and Visa debit and credit card holders, so don’t miss out on the chance to shop smarter and help your community thrive.

How it works

for merchants

Register your business

Registering online is a breeze. Simply click on "Learn More" and follow the step-by-step instructions!

Design a Custom Promotion

We will work with you to craft a promotion that suits your business and Delights your customers

Free to Join!

For foundation merchants, there is no expense beyond funding the reward for customers.

Clear and Responsible Tracking

Receive informative, meaningful, and accountable reporting to help you plan future promotions and rewards.

for shoppers

Download the app

Use the app to register, discover deals, and monitor your cashback rewards.

Link Your Cards

Accepts all Visa and Mastercard, including debit and credit cards. Just enter your details once.

Support Local Businesses

Launching in the City of Sydney from 2023 - starting through Surry Hills, Glebe, Redfern and nearby locations starting early 2023.

Redeem your rewards

Earn cashback with each purchase made at participating merchants, online and in-store. Your cash rewards are regularly paid into your nominated account. You even have the opportunity to win back your purchase value each month. How cool is that!