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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How do I apply for the $100 Rebate
Hi Maria, you can start your application here: https://compare.energy.vic.gov.au/. Hope this helps!
After comparing offers, where do we apply for the rebate?
Hi Sue, you don’t need to compare offers to apply for the rebate. There’s a yellow box on the top of the Compare Energy Victoria main page that gives you details about the rebate. However, I can see it might be easy to miss. Here’s the link to fill out the application: https://powersavingbonus5.energy.vic.gov.au/. Hope this helps!
After we do the compare rate, where do we apply for the rebate. None of the offers were better than what we are receiving from our current power company
Hi Sue, you don’t need to compare plans to get the rebate. Just start the application for the rebate here: https://powersavingbonus5.energy.vic.gov.au/. Hope this helps!
I have been on and entered all my bills in and they have come back with available and now it won’t go any further, so that I can claim the money
Hi Trudi, can I confirm that’s you’re submitting your application via this link: https://powersavingbonus5.energy.vic.gov.au/.
Here’s what you need:
A copy of your most recent electricity bill
Details of your eligible concession
A form of ID such as an Australian driver licence, Medicare card, ImmiCard or Australian visa
If you are eligible you should be able to submit your application and make a claim. If you’re still having issues, call 1800 000 832. Hope this helps!
can I claim the 100 dollrs with a low income health care card
Hi Bev, yes you should be able to claim the rebate from August 2. Hope this helps!