Frequently Asked Questions

When do applications for the $250 Power Saving Bonus close?

The current round of the $250 Power Saving Bonus closes on 31 August 2023 at 11.59pm. New applications will not be accepted after this time.

Will I still receive my $250 Bonus if my application hasn’t been approved and paid by 31 August 2023?

Yes, if you submitted your application by 11.59pm on 31 August 2023 and you meet the eligibility requirements (including having not previously applied) you will still receive your $250 Bonus.

Will there be another round of the Power Saving Bonus?

The current round of the Power Saving Bonus closes on 31 August 2023. Victorian households who have not yet applied for a Bonus under the current round are encouraged to apply before the closure date.

Help is available for households having difficulty paying their energy bills. The Victorian Government’s Energy Assistance Program can assist households to struggling with power bills to apply for eligible grants and concessions, find and switch to better offers. For more information call 1800 161 215 or visit here.

What is the Energy Bill Relief Fund?

The Commonwealth Government is partnering with states and territories to deliver $1.5 billion of targeted electricity bill relief to eligible Australian households and small businesses under the Energy Bill Relief plan.

Eligible Victorian households can receive $250 in addition to the Victorian Government’s $250 Power Saving Bonus. The $250 rebate will be provided in periodic instalments on bills during 2023-24.

To learn more about the eligibility criteria and how payments will be made visit here.