$100 Power Saving Bonus Returns for Concession Card Holders from 25 August 2025

The Victorian Government has announced a new $100 Power Saving Bonus, offering direct relief to eligible concession card holders from 25 August 2025.

This is separate from the $150 Energy Bill Relief payment currently available to embedded network customers. If you or someone you know holds an eligible concession card, here’s what you need to know about claiming this new bonus.

What Is the $100 Power Saving Bonus?

The Power Saving Bonus is a one-off $100 payment designed to help ease cost-of-living pressures for Victorian households. This round of support specifically targets eligible concession card holders, many of whom are more vulnerable to rising energy costs.

Applications open on 25 August 2025 and can be submitted via:

• The Victorian Energy Compare website
• A participating community organization

Who Is Eligible?

To qualify for the new $100 Power Saving Bonus, you must:

• Be a Victorian resident
• Hold an eligible concession card

The list of eligible cards will be confirmed closer to the launch date, but typically includes:

• Pensioner Concession Card
• Health Care Card
• Veterans Affairs Gold Card

If you’re unsure, wait until the application page is live or contact your local support agency or energy provider for help.

How to Apply

From 25 August 2025, applications will be open through:

• The official Victorian Energy Compare website
• Local community organizations, including libraries, community centers, and neighborhood houses

You’ll likely need to provide:

• Your concession card number
• Basic household information
• Potentially, a copy of your electricity bill

What If You Already Received a Previous Power Saving Bonus?

This $100 payment is separate from the previous $250 Power Saving Bonus, which ended on 31 August 2023.

Even if you received one of the earlier bonuses, you can apply again for this new round in 2025, as long as you meet the current eligibility criteria.

Other Energy Rebates and Assistance Available

In addition to the $100 Power Saving Bonus, eligible Victorians may also qualify for other energy support, including:

Energy Concessions and Hardship Payments

Concession holders may be entitled to ongoing discounts on electricity and gas bills. You can also ask your energy provider to back-date missed concessions for up to 12 months.

Energy Bill Relief Fund

A $150 one-off payment is currently available for embedded network customers (e.g. those living in apartment complexes, caravan parks, or retirement villages). Read more about that here ← (link to your other blog post).

Energy Assistance Program

This program offers free, one-on-one advice to help you:

• Understand your energy bills
• Apply for support payments
• Switch to better energy plans

Call 1800 161 215 to get started.

What If You’re Struggling to Pay Your Bills?

If you’re behind on energy payments or facing disconnection:

• Contact your energy retailer early and ask to speak to their hardship team
• Under Victoria’s Payment Difficulty Framework, your provider must offer you flexible payment options and other support
• If issues remain unresolved, contact the Energy and Water Ombudsman Victoria (EWOV) on 1800 500 509 (free call)

Final Word

This $100 Power Saving Bonus may be small, but for concession card holders managing tight budgets, every bit counts. Make sure you’re ready to apply once the program opens on 25 August 2025.

Keep an eye on the Victorian Energy Compare website, and if you need help, don’t hesitate to ask a local community group, library, or support organization.