On the back of last week’s announcement that power bills are set to spike across Victoria, state Member for Shepparton Kim O’Keeffe is encouraging residents to take advantage of the Power Saving Bonus.
The next round of the $250 Power Saving Bonus opens on Friday, March 24, and eligible households, including those that received payments under previous rounds, are encouraged to apply.
“The cost-of-living crisis that we are continually living in is getting out of hand, and a $250 saving off power bills can mean a big difference between families and households putting food on the table or going hungry,” Ms O’Keeffe said.
“Households, small businesses and pensioners are all bracing for their power bills to increase in what’s expected to exceed by 30 per cent next year, so I encourage everyone across the Shepparton district who is eligible to take advantage of the Power Saving Bonus.
“Whilst this isn’t a resolution that fixes everyone’s pain, for constituents right across the Shepparton district it’s support and relief at a time when people need it the most during a cost-of-living crisis.”
Those who have not yet applied for the current round of the Power Saving Bonus can do so until midnight on Thursday, March 23.
Locals that need assistance in applying for the Power Saving Bonus are encouraged to contact Ms O’Keeffe’s office on 5831 6944 or visit in person at 5 Vaughan St, Shepparton.
Shepparton Family and Financial Services is also providing assistance for residents in lodging applications for the Power Saving Bonus. Residents are encouraged to contact it on 5831 7755 or via email at sheppartoner@bffs.org.au
For further information, eligibility criteria and to apply, visit the Victorian Energy Compare website at https://compare.energy.vic.gov.au/