Utility relief grant scheme Source:Services Relief grants for paying overdue energy or water bills are available to low-income Victorians experiencing unexpected hardship. What is the grant? The grant provides help to pay a mains electricity, gas or water bill that is overdue due to a temporary financial crisis. Who can apply for the grant? An account holder who has one of the following eligible concession cards: Pensioner Concession Card Health Care Card Veterans’ Affairs Gold Card. If you don’t have one of these cards but are part of a low-income household, you may also be able to apply. Your retailer will ask you some questions to check if you are eligible before issuing a form. The grant is available to renters and homeowners. ...

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