Woolworths Qantas Visa Card (previously MasterCard) being "Enhanced
Oct 3, 2014, 3:08 am
#1
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Woolworths Qantas Visa Card (previously MasterCard) being "Enhanced
Woolworths Everyday Rewards Qantas Credit Card is being “Enhanced”
I received a bundle of paperwork in the mail today
From late this month it will no longer be an HSBC card and will be a Macquarie Bank card
Its name changing to Woolworths Money Qantas Platinum Credit Card
Interest rate on purchases and cash advances unchanged
Fees and charges are changing
I received a bundle of paperwork in the mail today
From late this month it will no longer be an HSBC card and will be a Macquarie Bank card
Its name changing to Woolworths Money Qantas Platinum Credit Card
Interest rate on purchases and cash advances unchanged
Fees and charges are changing
Annual Primary Cardholder Fee rises from $89 to $139
A new Annual Additional Cardholder Fee of $29
Statement fee (if posted to you) $2.50 per month
Some are going down
The bundle I received says nothing about earning QFF points. It says to look on the website; but the website has nothing on the new card only the existing card.
A new Annual Additional Cardholder Fee of $29
Statement fee (if posted to you) $2.50 per month
Some are going down
Oct 3, 2014, 3:32 am
#2
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Cardholder fee will be $99.00 for the first year then$139.00
Many will have reconsider if fees worth it.
In my opinion fee gouging by Macquarie Bank.
Many will have reconsider if fees worth it.
In my opinion fee gouging by Macquarie Bank.
Last edited by mona lisa; Oct 3, 2014 at 3:34 am Reason: rephrasing
Oct 3, 2014, 3:52 am
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My paperwork says that I will definitely be charged $168 (primary cardholder $139 + 1 additional cardholder $29)
I am reconsidering as we speak (so to speak). I will be charged the new fee on my anniversary date, which is in December so I have a bit of time to decide
IMHO - yes , price gouging, but I don't know what other c/c providers charge, perhaps these fees are the norm?
Oct 3, 2014, 4:02 am
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If not feeling that the card cost is worth it, no one is forced to maintain the card; there are plenty of credit cards on the market
Oct 3, 2014, 4:30 am
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Most definitely gouging but really the options are limited.
Is the return not better with Qantas Cash? There is the hassle of having to BPAY funds onto the card prior to use but if organised it would be easier
Is the return not better with Qantas Cash? There is the hassle of having to BPAY funds onto the card prior to use but if organised it would be easier
Oct 3, 2014, 5:51 am
#6
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If you are after Qantas points, the Citibank Signature Family and Friends offer, with just the $49 fee for Qantas points could be a better option for some
http://www.citibank.com.au/familyandfriends/
(As for me, the supp card on the account will be cancelled, and I may get rid of the card altogether)
Oct 4, 2014, 12:15 am
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AFAIK, the QFF points earning on the card is remaining the same for the moment.
If you are after Qantas points, the Citibank Signature Family and Friends offer, with just the $49 fee for Qantas points could be a better option for some
http://www.citibank.com.au/familyandfriends/
(As for me, the supp card on the account will be cancelled, and I may get rid of the card altogether)
If you are after Qantas points, the Citibank Signature Family and Friends offer, with just the $49 fee for Qantas points could be a better option for some
http://www.citibank.com.au/familyandfriends/
(As for me, the supp card on the account will be cancelled, and I may get rid of the card altogether)
I am over collecting the Qantas pts though. Just a waste of effort with little worthwhile return.
I have not received the docs referred to above yet, but if I do, I'll be looking for a cheaper card that does not involve a rewards option.
Oct 4, 2014, 12:54 am
#8
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Agreed Dave
Just a pity as the old $89.00 fee plus supp free was a reasonably good earn for QF points.
Call centre told me all current holders will only be charged $99.00 for the first year despite the hopelessly ambiguous wording of the 3 clauses relating to the new fee structure.
Just a pity as the old $89.00 fee plus supp free was a reasonably good earn for QF points.
Call centre told me all current holders will only be charged $99.00 for the first year despite the hopelessly ambiguous wording of the 3 clauses relating to the new fee structure.
Oct 4, 2014, 2:19 am
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I have been pretty happy with this card.
I am over collecting the Qantas pts though. Just a waste of effort with little worthwhile return.
I have not received the docs referred to above yet, but if I do, I'll be looking for a cheaper card that does not involve a rewards option.
I am over collecting the Qantas pts though. Just a waste of effort with little worthwhile return.
I have not received the docs referred to above yet, but if I do, I'll be looking for a cheaper card that does not involve a rewards option.
Oct 4, 2014, 7:10 am
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I've been considering getting rid of mine for a while, as I don't reckon it's decent value, especially given the appalling web site. The new fee is definitely too high, but at least I guess Macquarie might put it on a new, functional web site.
Oct 4, 2014, 12:28 pm
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On a side note the HSBC card for Premier customers has a 1:1 earnings ratio with QF and no annual fee, but I think they require you to park a bit of money with them first (or do some other investments, house loans, etc.).
Oct 4, 2014, 5:45 pm
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Woolworths Qantas MasterCard being "Enhanced"
As far as I can tell this is the only visa or MC that offers 1pt per dollar and is uncapped.
The HSBC Qantas card available to everyone has a 200,000 pt per annum cap.
Some of the Citi cards may provide uncapped points (?) but don't give points for ATO payments and their fees are much higher unless you can get a waiver.
The HSBC Qantas card available to everyone has a 200,000 pt per annum cap.
Some of the Citi cards may provide uncapped points (?) but don't give points for ATO payments and their fees are much higher unless you can get a waiver.
Oct 4, 2014, 8:59 pm
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Oct 4, 2014, 10:47 pm
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It's fee free if you don't choose QFF. There's $99 annual fee if you want QFF (http://www.hsbc.com.au/1/2/personal/...remier-details) - because QFF points are so valuable
Not like there are better value options .... oh wait....there are