--- title: Benefits @ Programmed - Volunteering, Employee Xtras, and Dulux discounts description: Welcome to the second edition of Employee Benefits @ Programmed for 2026!  image: https://blog.programmed.com.au/hubfs/PFM/PFM%20Internal%20Comms/Learning%20Development/benefits%209%20blog.png --- [![PRG-Endt-Horz-RGB150](https://blog.programmed.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/PFM%20Internal%20Comms/PRG-Endt-Horz-RGB150.png?width=300&height=107&name=PRG-Endt-Horz-RGB150.png "PRG-Endt-Horz-RGB150")](https://programmed.com.au/) - [Intranet](https://intranet.programmed.com.au/) - [Home](https://blog.programmed.com.au/newshub) - [Intranet](https://intranet.programmed.com.au/) - [Home](https://blog.programmed.com.au/newshub) ![Benefits @ Programmed - Volunteering, Employee Xtras, and Dulux discounts](https://blog.programmed.com.au/hubfs/PFM/PFM%20Internal%20Comms/Learning%20Development/benefits%209%20blog.png) # *Mar 13, 2026, 10:34:27 AM | [Learning & Development](https://blog.programmed.com.au/newshub/tag/learning-development)* Benefits @ Programmed - Volunteering, Employee Xtras, and Dulux discounts Welcome to the second edition of Employee Benefits @ Programmed for 2026!  **Welcome to the second edition of Employee Benefits @ Programmed for 2026! ** This month we’re highlighting the following benefits available to Programmed employees:  - Volunteering Leave - Employee Xtras - Dulux Trade Discount We're excited to continue these updates in 2026 on a bi-monthly basis, so stay tuned for the next update!  --- Volunteering at Programmed - Giving back to the community **![volunteer leave graphic](https://blog.programmed.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/PFM/PFM%20Internal%20Comms/Learning%20Development/volunteer%20leave%20graphic.png?width=200&height=200&name=volunteer%20leave%20graphic.png)** **Did you know Programmed offers paid volunteer leave?** Our Volunteer Guideline, launched in December 2024, gives eligible employees the opportunity to engage in meaningful volunteer work, with full support from Programmed. Key highlights of the **Volunteer Guideline** include: Volunteering, whether individually or as a team, is a great way to support local causes, contribute to community initiatives, and build stronger connections with those around us. It can also be a rewarding experience that allows you to make a positive impact beyond the workplace. If you have any stories or photos of your team volunteering, we’d love to see them! With your permission, we’d like to share these across the business to celebrate our collective contributions. If you’re comfortable, please send them to the HR team at [maintenancehr@programmed.com.au](mailto:maintenancehr@programmed.com.au)  [View the Volunteer Guideline](https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Finfo.programmed.com.au%2Fe3t%2FCtc%2FDI%2B113%2FcdLVT04%2FVX5RzJ2MTtJNW6W86nW7zbSjYW5_BCzp5Lx48HM3ZwRY3qgz0W95jsWP6lZ3nSW4C8Fpv4vBLdhW8_8pBc6sYZ86W1K9vnK7wWqLfW4mjMbf2QZcpHW6gKP_b4K-KyHW4cyL9G2VG2rHW7R9077969dBcW1cSNxJ3_D2-bW5wNKD763z7pWW3HbzgQ2wgGqhVzVmgk1JCgr-W6d0y1s7D075lW5xRGs425P8W4W60pCtw2VS02VW7K7Vnm9gXVC-VxLZsk8PZykJW1H71bk5lx6WfW4bq9n18wrvQLV1ryd_76vwS7W4wZkgp7zkQDbW9cWtV120rbFCN1fZbs6wKgnQW6FjdZl8WtPkpN76rW7MtytsnW7bpyhR4Z82klN8H14CRDdB4CN5vJvBznnbQgW6l3M7j1j9RZkW59DzN13RHv29W7BXyHQ5-GLx-f7Lcn9Y04&data=05%7C02%7Cyasmin.delaine%40programmed.com.au%7Cc28cbde4ebba453090f808de7fc004ac%7C81a424a51d034bcba40ad102f21e35da%7C0%7C0%7C639088659860609531%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=6WHWAuJJ4r%2BhHFa6YsDo%2FqgoWkNkppPaDwb79TO5e5o%3D&reserved=0)   --- Employee Xtras - Discount Program & Wellbeing Centre ![xtras](https://blog.programmed.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/PFM/PFM%20Internal%20Comms/Events%20Training/xtras.png?width=300&height=180&name=xtras.png)  Did you know that permanent Programmed employees have access to Employee Xtras? Available across Australia and New Zealand, this platform gives eligible employees access to cashback and discount offers from a wide range of retailers, including Coles, Woolworths, JB Hi-Fi, Myer, Hoyts, Expedia, and more. In 2025, **Programmed employees spent over $1.7 million through Employee Xtras, saving over $98,000.  Since 2020, as a collective, we've saved over $490,000! ** One of the most popular categories on our discounts platform, Employee Xtras, is travel, and for good reason! Travelling improves our overall wellbeing and reduces stress, but unfortunately it can come with a hefty price tag. So when you’re ready to book accommodation, flights, trains, car rentals or even activities, make sure you check out our Discounts platform to see where you can save! Below we have also included a guide from Reward Gateway on how you can save more on travel.    ![Employee Xtras Travel Promo - March 2026](https://blog.programmed.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/HR/Employee%20Xtras%20Travel%20Promo%20-%20March%202026.png?width=700&height=397&name=Employee%20Xtras%20Travel%20Promo%20-%20March%202026.png) If you’d like to find out more see below user guides, and if you’re interested, be sure to download the **SmartSpending App** to enjoy discounts on-the-go! If you need help or assistance with any aspect of your account, please read the **FAQs** or contact the **Reward Gateway support team** via their **24/7 online chat service**. You can access this via the "Help" section of the *Employee Xtras* platform. 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Stay tuned for the next edition, and as always, if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the HR team via **[maintenancehr@programmed.com.au](mailto:maintenancehr@programmed.com.au)**. 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