Almost 30,000 Yarra Ranges residents have joined over one million people in signing up for the $250 Power Saving Bonus initiative.
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.
In the Upper Yarra, Yarra Junction residents have been the most keen to gain savings with 450 households applying, followed by 415 in Woori Yallock and 365 in Wandin North
Trailing just behind are Launching Place residents with 324 applying and Warburton only one behind on 323. Seville and Millgrove also had 282 and 276 applicants respectively.
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.
