Ms ADDISON (Wendouree): My question is directed to the Minister for Energy, Environment, Climate Change and Minister for Solar Homes regarding the $250 payment to provide direct support to vulnerable Victorian households experiencing energy bill stress due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

This important initiative will make a significant difference to many households who struggle to meet the cost of heating, particularly in Ballarat, which experiences very cold winters.

The Wendouree office has received a large number of calls to date from constituents across Ballarat enquiring about the $250 power saving bonus payment and have welcomed this support from the Victorian government.

My question is: how many households in my electorate of Wendouree have benefited from this $250 payment to date and how can I further promote this program to ensure all eligible households can access the $250 power saving bonus?

I would like to thank the minister for her continued support for the Wendouree community.

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