The cost of living is stinging the back pocket more than ever. From discounts on your fuel and groceries to exclusive dining and cellar door experiences and so much more, RAA loves giving back to members.
Here are three people who are among more than 840,000 South Australians reaping the rewards simply by being an RAA member.
Words: Lauren Ferrone
Dining discounts
Samantha Alberts RAA member for 11 years, $442 saved in the past year
Thanks to RAA Rewards, Samantha has saved on some amazing experiences around South Australia.
When did you start using RAA Rewards?
I started using RAA Rewards about two years ago when I discovered the discounts in the RAA app.
What are some favourite rewards and discounts you've redeemed?
I have redeemed quite a few rewards! My partner and I love visiting wineries and restaurants that host events like Cellar Door Fest and A Taste of the Hills Festival. It's hard to choose a favourite but we loved the experience at Pike & Joyce Wines in the Adelaide Hills and Artisans of Barossa.
How often do you use RAA Rewards?
We'll often scroll through the rewards in certain locations like the Barossa or Langhorne Creek when we plan on going out for the day to see what's on offer in that region.
Which rewards do you take advantage of most?
Mostly dining or experiences like guided wine tastings. When we would normally go out for a simple lunch, we now sometimes treat ourselves with a three-course set menu or paired wine tasting. It's a great experience with really good offers.
What do you love most about RAA Rewards?
The options. There's a lot to choose from in so many different areas of South Australia. It's also a nice opportunity to try something you wouldn't normally think of doing or discover somewhere you haven't been before.
Savings for six
Jodie Wiren RAA member for 21 years, $676 saved in the past year
With home renovations on the horizon, RAA Rewards will come in handy more than ever for Jodie.
What are some of the rewards and discounts you've redeemed?
I've redeemed rewards from Woolworths, Big W, Dan Murphy's and so many more. I'm excited to see more RAA Rewards have been added recently so I'll be using Bunnings, Star Discount Chemist, Amazon, the HIM/HER/HOME gift cards and BCF. My favourite is Woolworths as I combine it with my monthly rewards discounts, so it helps save even more on groceries, which is one of our biggest bills as a family of six.
How often do you use RAA Rewards?
Three to four times a month, although with the Bunnings rewards it's more regularly. We have a very old house, so it needs fixing often!
What do you love most about RAA Rewards?
Who doesn't love to save money? Every dollar I save is a dollar I don't have to earn!
Everyday savings
Amy Lloyd RAA member for 15 years, $668 saved in the past year
Family time is even more fun and affordable for Amy thanks to RAA Rewards.
When did you first start using RAA Rewards?
RAA Rewards came in handy when I started saving for a home loan. I was trying to save money anywhere I could.
What are some of the RAA Rewards you've redeemed?
HCF and UPark are automatically connected to RAA Rewards which helps. Woolworths gift cards are my favourite/biggest one as I use it for our weekly shop and save money along the way.
Which rewards do you use most?
I use Caltex rewards when I am near one of those fuel stations, Woolworths for shopping and, any time I want to do something fun with the family, I always check to see if RAA Rewards has a discount on something like Adelaide Zoo.
What do you love most about RAA Rewards?
I love that it helps me save money and I like to see how much I've saved.
RAA Rewards
RAA's exclusive rewards program gives members access to amazing discounts at more than 220 local suppliers. Think the movies, supermarkets, pharmacies, fuel outlets, cafes, restaurants and many more. Best of all, new and exciting discounts pop up all the time!
"Since March 2025, RAA members have saved more than $40 million through RAA Rewards and loyalty discounts, and we want to keep putting money back into the pockets of South Australians," says RAA Chief Marketing Officer Michael Healy.
IMAGES: RAA/Mike Lockheart, Wil Stevens.
Discover RAA Rewards today
Head to raa.com.au/rewards for the full range of rewards and discounts.
