Hume and Whittlesea households can now apply for more assistance to combat the cost of living pressures, with the fourth round of the state government’s Power Saving Bonus now open.
Acting Minister for Energy and Resources Ingrid Stitt has launched the fourth round of the state government’s Power Saving Bonus on Thursday, March 23, with every Victorian household eligible to receive $250 when they access the Victorian Energy Compare website, even those who received payments under previous rounds.
Applications for the payment can be made through the Victorian Energy Compare website, which gives customers access to the best energy offers in their areas – potentially saving hundreds of dollars.
Ms Stitt said the program can ensure Victorians are getting the best energy deal.
“Families right across Victoria are facing high costs of living, and this new round of the $250 Power Saving Bonus helps them to pay the bills,” she said.
“We’re making sure that Victorians facing hardship receive the Power Saving Bonus, and get the support they need to access concessions for cheaper power through The Energy Assistance Program.”
The state government is also reducing cost of living pressures through the new Energy Assistance Program, a free service providing energy consumers experiencing hardship with one-on-one assistance.
For those without internet access, phone and in-person support is available through a number of organisations, including Anglicare Victoria, Brotherhood of St Laurence, Community Information and Support Victoria, Ethnic Community Council Victoria, Good Shepherd, State Trustees and Neighbourhood Houses across Victoria.
Details: compare.energy.vic.gov.au or 1800 161 215
