More than 11,000 households across the Bellarine Peninsula have applied for the latest round of the state government’s Power Saving Bonus.
Across the state, more than one million households have applied for the $250 payment via the Victorian Energy Compare website.
The Victorian Energy Compare website is an independent comparison website.
Ocean Grove households had the highest number of applications locally, with 2630 households applying for the payment.
This was followed by Leopold (2110 applications), Clifton Springs (131 applications), St Leonards (1085 applications), Portarlington (999 applications) and Drysdale (800 applications).
According to the state government, 40 per cent of applicants in the latest round of payments have been able to find a better energy deal.
The government said 17,000 households across Victoria have received the $250 Power Saving Bonus through a community outreach partner, with 73 per cent of these applicants receiving additional energy affordability advice.
Community outreach partners include Brotherhood of St Laurence, Ethnic Community Council Victoria, Good Shepherd, State Trustees and hundreds of Neighbourhood Houses across Victoria.
“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.
To access the $250 Power Saving Bonus, visit compare.energy.vic.gov.au or call 1800 000 832.
