Frequently asked questions
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What is Newy Perks?+
Newy Perks is a local deals membership for Newcastle, NSW. For $29 a year you unlock exclusive offers from local businesses — cafes, restaurants, gyms, beauty, retail and more — redeemable straight from your phone.
How much does membership cost?+
Membership is $29 per year. It pays for itself after just a couple of redemptions, and you can cancel anytime from your account.
How do I redeem an offer?+
Open the offer in the app, tap redeem, and show the QR code to staff at the counter. There is no printing and no paper vouchers — it all happens on your phone.
Can I add Newy Perks to my home screen?+
Yes. Newy Perks works as a web app — open it in your browser and choose "Add to Home Screen" for one-tap access to your deals and QR codes.
How do I refer friends?+
Every member gets a personal referral link in their dashboard. When a friend joins through it, you earn 30 bonus days added to your membership — free.
How does it work for businesses?+
Listing your business is free. Create member offers, display your in-store referral QR code, and reach the member base directly with email, SMS or Facebook & Instagram ad campaigns. You earn a kickback for every member you refer.
What are Meta ad campaigns?+
For a flat fee, Newy Perks runs a co-branded Facebook and Instagram ad promoting your offer to a local and lookalike audience — driving redemptions for you and growing the local member community.
Can my school, charity or sporting club raise funds with Newy Perks?+
Yes. Register your school P&C, charity or sporting club for free to get a shareable fundraising page. Your organisation earns $6 for every membership purchased through your link — no chocolate boxes required.
Which areas does Newy Perks cover?+
Newy Perks is focused on Newcastle, NSW and surrounding suburbs — from the CBD and Honeysuckle to Merewether, Hamilton, Charlestown, Lambton and beyond.