Tuesday, 31 March 2026

 Ella GEORGE (Lara) (19:13): (1614) My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Energy and Resources. Could the minister please provide an update on how our government’s investment in renewable energy is assisting constituents in the Lara electorate who are feeling the impact of the rising cost of living. I was really pleased to share with constituents last week that the Victorian government has announced that Victorians will soon be able to access 3 hours of free power in the middle of the day, which could save families up to $300 per year off their energy bills – and even more than that if they have solar panels and batteries installed at home. Given so many people are doing it tough right now, it is more important now than ever that we look at ways to assist with the cost of living for households. Every dollar saved on energy bills makes a real difference, and that is why the Victorian government’s long-term investment in renewable energy is so important. By building a resilient, future-ready energy system over our time in government, we are securing lasting relief for households across our community for decades to come.