What Concessions/Rebates can I get in SA?

Concession eligibility is verified by the Department of Human Services in South Australia.  If you believe you are eligible for a concession rebate, please contact them directly.  Once your eligibility has been assessed and approved by them they will send us the details accordingly. 

 

Energy Bill Concession

Who may be eligible People on a low or fixed income.
The South Australian Government sends us details of eligible customers.
Rebate value

$274.85 (excl GST) / $302.34 (incl GST) per year
OR 75.30c (excl GST) / 82.83c (incl GST) per day

Energy type Electricity
How to apply

To register for the Energy Bill Concession:

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  • Visit the South Australian Government’s Energy Bill Concessions webpage. You can check your eligibility while you’re there.
    or
  • Call the Department of Human Services (DHS) Concessions SA hotline on 1800 307 758.
  • The concession is applied directly to your electricity account

 

Medical Heating and Cooling Concession

Who may be eligible People on a low or fixed income, with Sa medical condition that makes it difficult to regulate their temperature.
Rebate value $274.85 (excl GST) / $302.34 (incl GST) per year
OR 75.30c (excl GST) / 82.83c (incl GST) per day
Energy type Electricity
How to apply
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Visit the South Australian Government’s Medical Heating and Cooling Concessions webpage. You can check your eligibility and apply while you’re there.

The Medical Heating and Cooling concession is paid directly to your bank account each quarter.

 

Emergency Electricity Payment Scheme (EEPS)

Who may be eligible

Households with significant financial difficulties or who:

  • Receive an energy bill concession from the Department of Human Services (DHS)
  • AND Have had their electricity disconnected (or are at risk of disconnection)
Rebate value Up to $800 (excl GST) / $880 (incl GST)
Energy type Electricity
How to apply

If you’re in South Australia and think you meet the criteria, visit a financial counsellor to assess your situation.

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