Electricity Bill Relief : And in a big step to ease the pain of increasing power prices, Victorians are receiving an extra $566 from the extended Energy Bill Relief Fund.
This additional economic relief is well timed as families across the state face rising utility costs and other cost of living pressures.
I also urge residents to check their electricity bills to ensure they receive this credit as soon as possible.
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A Closer Look at the $566 Billion Relief Package
The full $566 electricity relief is made up of various elements free TURNINGover or swiveling of legs.
$300 from the 2024-25 Energy Bill Relief Fund (paid to you in quarterly $75 increments)
– $150 funding reduction from the recently revealed 2025-26 extension (to be paid in the form of two $75 quarterly payments commencing July 1, 2025.)
$116 extra energy concessions for eligible Victorian householders
“The pack is a significant investment and one of the largest energy support packages to date in Australia, recognising the need for financial support in times of economic stress.
Who Is Eligible for the Full Relief?
The majority of Victorian households will automatically receive the base $450 ($300 + $150) as a credit on their electricity bill from their retailer with no action required on their part.
The credit should be noted in the “Understand your bill” section or where itemised breakdowns are supplied as “Australian Government Energy Relief”.
To be eligible for the extra $116 worth of Victorians-only concessions and to get the total relief to the maximum $566, residents must:
Have an eligible Pensioner Concession Card, Health Care Card, or Veterans’ Affairs Gold Card
Check that the name and address on your concession card are the same as your electricity account.
Be an active electricity customer of an approved energy retailer
Checking Your Bill: What to Watch Out For
Victorians are being urged to check recent electricity bills to ensure they have been properly credited. Look specifically for:
$75 quarters of the 2024-25 program
Any eligible concession discount (usually 17.5% off usage and service charges)
Eligibility for the next $150 extension effective July 2025
If you think you are eligible but don’t see these credits on your bill, call your electricity retailer as soon as possible and have your account and concession card numbers ready.
Special cases for Embedded Networks
Residents in embedded networks (which can be apartment buildings, retirement villages or caravan parks) will go through a slightly different process.
Though everyone should get that benefit eventually, the delivery system varies:
Origin, WinConnect and Momentum customers will automatically receive relief through their retailer
Other eligible embedded network residents can visit victorianenergycompare.engagement.vic.gov.au to apply
A further $150 payment to commence from July 1, 2025, with further details to be announced
Small Business Aid Options
Victorian small businesses have not been forgotten in this significant relief package. Businesses with an active ABN may be eligible for:
$325 one time from the 2024-25 program
Another $150 back by 7/1/25 on the extension
Most small businesses will receive these rebates automatically, however those in Embedded Networks will need to apply through Victorian Energy Compare.
Other Support Services
On top of this immediate help, Victorians who are finding energy bills hard to manage can apply for extra support under a number of supplementary programs:
The Victorian Default Offer- fair electricity prices
Energy Assistance Program — a one-on-one guide to help consumers navigate the energy market and protect themselves from fraud.
Winter Gas Concession – additional assistance for the winter months
Medical Cooling Concession – if you suffer from a medical condition that affects your body temperature
Hardship funds – for those facing unexpected financial pressures
Get the Most of Your Benefits, Act Now
This $566 electricity relief is the first of its kind and further demonstrates our commitment to helping Victorian families keep more of their money in their pockets.”
“Residents who have credits missing due to this issue must check if they are eligible for a one-off payment from Concession SA and contact their energy retailer with any questions about missing credits.”
Given that the $150 supplement is being extended (to start July 2025), being informed about what you have a right to is the key to making the most of the resources available to every victim.
Most of the credits will be automatically applied, but checking your eligibility and making sure your concession card details are current with your retailer will make sure you get the maximum relief you’re entitled to.
Charting the Course to Energy Affordability in the Future
With energy prices still rising and falling, this significant package delivers much needed financial space to Victorian families. ”
Households can get even more out of these credits by adding on energy efficiency actions, and by choosing between plans using Victorian Energy Compare – it all adds up to more savings in the pocket and more opportunities to plan for longer-term energy affordability.”
Don’t miss your opportunity on this substantial payment, check your electricity bill so you are receiving the up to $566 relief package for which you are eligible as a Victorian.
