LOW INCOME TICKET PROGRAM

LOW INCOME TICKETS APPLICANTIONS ARE NOW CLOSED DUE TO THE HIGH DEMAND.

We understand that attending camping festivals can be an expensive exercise - tickets, fuel, food, camping equipment - it all adds up and can be particularly challenging if you are a student or on a low income.

We want Strawberry Fields to be accessible to everyone, regardless of income.

In 2024 our Low Income Ticket Program returns, ensuring that the most affordable Tickets end up in the hands of those who need them the most.

What is the Low Income Ticket Program?

The program offers heavily discounted Tickets to people who are able to establish through an application process that they have limited resources to afford a standard entry Ticket.


How much are Low Income Tickets?

Low Income Tickets are $188 + booking fee per ticket. This is a discount of 50% off the cost of a standard entry ticket.


What is the definition of ‘Low Income’ and what documents do i need to provide as supporting evidence?

This will be assessed on a case by case basis for each application, the more information you provide on your circumstances the better. We will consider such factors as your employment status, whether you are currently studying, whether you are receiving government benefits or concessions, and your weekly income. Tickets will only be allocated to people who provide the correct supporting documentation as detailed in the next section, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!

If you submit an incomplete application or supply incorrect documents your application will be considered void. We are oversubscribed every year and we do not have the resources to email applicants individually to request the correct supporting documents. It is your responsibility to ensure that the documentation you provide is correct and as requested in the list below.

Supporting documentation required for ALL applications:

  1. Proof of the last three months of your bank transactions - this can be either a ‘bank statement’ or a ‘transaction statement’ but not screenshots from your phone banking app. The statement needs to be linked to the account that your income is paid into (i.e. salary or centrelink payments). Your name and address must be clearly visible (this is usually on page one of the statement).

    You can cover up any other personal information such as account number. Statements can usually be located via online banking - please download as a PDF or print and scan/photo. We will not respond to emails with technical questions about how to obtain a bank statement/proof of bank transactions, please contact your bank directly for this information.

  2. A copy of your photo ID (Passport, Drivers Licence or Proof of Age Card).

  3. A copy of your Low Income Health Card


Additional documentation required as applicable, depending on your circumstances:

  • Student Card or a letter from your educational establishment within the last three months confirming your enrollment.

  • A recent Centrelink statement confirming your name, address and payments.

  • Your most recent payslip.


When do applications for Low Income Ticket open and close?

Applications are currently open and applications will be reviewed and assessed on a first come first serve basis each month. Applications will close 1st September 2024 (or whenever the maximum allocation of Tickets has been exhausted, whichever is first).

How will I know if my application has been successful?

Successful applications will be notified via email as they are assessed, all successful applicants will be notified by 1st September 2024.


How do I purchase my Ticket?

Successful applicants will be sent an email containing a unique link to purchase one non-transferable Low Income Ticket for the named ticket holder. 

Tickets will be allocated on a first in, best dressed basis. Only complete applications containing the correct supporting documentation will be considered for a Ticket. All applicants will be contacted by 1 September 2024 to let them know if they have been successful or not - Please do not email us to follow up on your application before this date.




Using your Ticket to get into the festival.

When you arrive at the festival, you will need to supply not only your Low Income Ticket but proof of identification to validate that the Ticket is being used by the true applicant.

WHAT RESTRICTIONS APPLY? (Terms & Conditions)

  • Only one application per person. No couples or group applications.

  • You may not submit an application on behalf of another person.

  • Your full legal name must be used on the application form.

  • Maximum 1 ticket granted per successful application.

  • Due to the extensive application process, and to ensure these tickets only go to those that truly need them, all Low Income Tickets are 100% non-transferrable.

  • No exceptions will be made to these policies.

  • Read through these FAQs twice and make sure to submit all the requested documents and information. We will not accept or follow up on incomplete submissions. 

  • Applications closed 1 September 2024.

    LOW INCOME TICKETS APPLICANTIONS ARE NOW CLOSED DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME RECEIVED.