Wednesday, 12 November 2025

 Kat THEOPHANOUS (Northcote) (14:44): (1374) My question is to the Minister for Energy and Resources. How many households in the Northcote electorate have applied for the Allan Labor government’s latest power saving bonus? This $100 bonus is getting tangible support to Victorians who need it most, helping to ease pressure on energy bills for pensioners and people with healthcare or veterans cards. In Northcote my office has made it our mission to get the word out. We have been out at local festivals and seniors clubs, handing out translated flyers for older residents, chatting with people and helping dozens to apply. People have been coming into our office with bills in hand, some after bingo at the seniors club, others before the grocery shop; they leave knowing our Labor government is supporting them with real cost-of-living relief. It is a hugely significant program, and I look forward to hearing about its impact in our local community in Northcote.