$250 Power Saving Bonus

What is it?

The Victorian Government’s Power Saving Bonus is a one-off payment of $250 to help with your electricity bills. Only one payment is available per household. The electricity bill does not have to be in your name. You can apply as long as you provide a copy of your bill to confirm your address. You have until 31 January 2022 to apply.

Am I eligible?

Victorian households are eligible if they have an electricity account and at least one person in the household receives one of these benefits:

• Centrelink Pensioner Concession
• JobSeeker, Youth Allowance, Austudy or Abstudy
• Department of Veterans Affairs Pensioner Concession
• Department of Veterans Affairs Gold Card

What do I need to apply?

ECCV is here to help you apply. Before you contact us, you will need:

• Your electricity bill
• Your Centrelink card
• Your bank details

To find out more about how ECCV can assist you in accessing the Power Saving Bonus, call Surmeli Aydogan on 0466 038 261 between 9am – 5pm Mon – Thu, or email her at saydogan@eccv.org.au.

Interpreting services are available to support you in your language.

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