Victoria’s $100 energy bill rebate: How to claim it
The Victorian government has announced a new round of its Power Saving Bonus scheme, but this time, not everyone's eligible.
Victoria's state budget includes a $2.3 billion cost of living package, which has some energy bill relief on the cards.
What is the $100 Power Saving Bonus and how do I claim it?
This is a one-off payment for concession card holders only and will cost the state $50 million.
You will be able to apply for it through the Victorian Energy Compare website from 25 August 2025, in time for winter bills.
The VIC government previously offered four rounds of $250 energy bill relief as part of its Power Saving Bonus scheme.
It was given to all households in the state and closed back in August 2023.
This $100 energy bill relief will come on top of the $150 energy rebate promised by the labor government to the end of the year.
It will be paid from 1 July in $75 quarterly instalments and will be available to all Australian households.
This means concession card holders in VIC will receive a total of $250 in energy bill relief.
Haven't compared energy plans in over 12 months?
There's a good chance you're missing out on a cheaper deal.
Don't qualify for Victoria's energy bill rebate? The state budget includes other ways to cut your energy bill
- 27,000 homes will be able to take advantage of a $30 million funding to install electric heat pumps and solar hot water systems, saving them up to $400 on their energy bills every year.
- Another $12 million will be allocated to fund the rollout of insulation upgrades under the Victorian Energy Upgrades Program. According to the VIC government, this will halve the average cost of ceiling insulation from $3,000 to $1,500.
"The cost of living has hit hard. And higher interest rates have only made it harder. That's why this Budget delivers targeted, meaningful cost of living relief," treasurer Jaclyn Symes said in her budget speech.
"[The budget] is focused on the core services that Victorians rely on...A cheaper power bill that brings some breathing room. A hot meal that reminds someone they are seen, cared for and important."
UPDATED 4 August 2025: We updated our story with a new date for when applications for the $100 energy bill rebate will be accepted.
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Can I get the $100 for energy
Hi Ghiliane, you can confirm your eligibility by going to the Compare Energy Vic site and clicking the ‘Read More’ dropdown on the yellow banner at the top: https://compare.energy.vic.gov.au/. Hope this helps!
Hi I tried numerous times to apply for the $100 rebate but I got to no where I downloaded the Victorian Energy Compare Website I filled the necessary details and I do not get any indications that the application is excepetd or not. Please assist me to this application throuth Regards Peter
Hi Peter, can I confirm that you went to https://compare.energy.vic.gov.au/, and clicked on Read More, where it will show you a button which says “Submit a $100 Power Saving Bonus application” and then following the prompts? If you have, then I suggest calling 1800 000 832 and the team at Compare Energy VIC can help you troubleshoot. Hope this helps!
How long do I have to claim the energy saving payment of $100?
Hi Phil, There’s not a specific date listed in their guide, but the website says it will be available until December. Might be best to apply by the end of November so you have plenty of time!
Hi Icompleted all the steps to apply if applicable to me but I did not get any reply or result to my application and
Is it also necasserily to compare rates so to apply for thid grand? Peter
Hi Peter,
That sounds frustrating! If you have already applied and heard nothing back, you can contact the Victorian government at this email address for support: psb.support@deeca.vic.gov.au. Hope this helps!
100 power saving bonus and how to claim it
You can submit an application using this link: https://compare.energy.vic.gov.au/. There’s a yellow box up top. Click on ‘Read more’ and it’ll give you all the information you need to submit an application. Hope this helps!