Stuart Ayres MP, Member for Penrith today reminded eligible NSW families they have a week to apply for the NSW Government’s Family Energy Rebate (FER) for the 2014-15 financial year.
Applications for this financial year’s rebate close at midnight 16 June 2015.
Families with dependent children who received Family Tax Benefit A or B this financial year can apply for up to $150 assistance.
Those who have lived long-term in residential communities can apply for up to $165 to cover the cost of electricity supplied by their community operator.
Stuart Ayres said the FER was promoted through more than 8,100 primary and secondary schools, pre-schools, kindergartens and childcare center’s since applications opened on 1 July 2014.
“This has resulted in a 235 per cent increase in the number of applications over the first three months of this year compared to last year,” Stuart Ayres said.
“It takes just a few minutes to complete the form and that’s why more than 90 per cent of households have applied online.
“Just remember to have a recent electricity bill handy and your Department of Human Services customer reference number.
“I strongly encourage all eligible households throughout the electorate to take the time to apply for the FER before the 16 June 2015 cut-off date.”
The NSW Government also provides crucial help through the Low Income Household Rebate, Energy Accounts Payment Assistance scheme, the Life Support Rebate and Medical Energy Rebate.
Households eligible for the Family Energy Rebate and the Low Income Household Rebate receive an annual, combined, capped rebate of $250.
For more information visit: www.resourcesandenergy.nsw.gov.au
