The State government has seen over one million people sign up for the $250 Power Saving Bonus initiative with close to 30,000 people in the Yarra Ranges inquiring about the program.
The latest round of the program has seen 40 per cent of applicants find a better energy deal – with thousands of Victorians choosing to switch and save by changing their energy deal through the Victorian Energy Compare website.
More than 17,000 households have already received the $250 Power Saving Bonus through a community outreach partner, with 73 per cent of these applicants receiving additional energy affordability advice.
“The best way to lower energy bills is to look for a better offer – that’s why we’re encouraging Victorians to take advantage of another round of the Power Saving Bonus to make sure they are on the best deal ahead of winter,” Premier Daniel Andrews said.
Across the local electorates, 9389 households have requested access to the bonus in Evelyn, 8903 in Eildon and 8049 in Monbulk.
The most recent data found Mooroolbark residents have been the most keen to gain savings with 3411 households applying, followed by 2738 in Lilydale and 2026 in Kilsyth.
Trailing just behind are Chirnside Park residents with 1685 applying, closely followed by 1195 in Mount Evelyn. Montrose hasn’t quite cracked the thousand sitting at 795 applications.
Applications for the payment can be made through the Victorian Energy Compare website, where customers can quickly and easily find the best energy offers in their areas.
Local organisations, like CIS Yarra Ranges, are also offering access to the service for those unable to apply online.
To access the $250 Power Saving Bonus, visit compare.energy.vic.gov.au or call 1800 000 832. To speak to an Energy Assistance Program advocate, call 1800 161 215.
