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Energy and Renters

Comfortable and affordable homes for renters

 

As a renter, it can feel like you're being left behind in the energy transition.

More needs to be done to help renters, and we're focused on making sure there are benefits for all workers. 

Please take our survey and tell us about your situation and you'll have a chance to win one of 10 $100 Bunnings gift cards.1 The more we know, the more we can help you access the right programs and tailor our resources to renters. 

Take The Survey Here

 

Here's some of what's available and how we can help

 

New Minimum Standards

From March 2027, landlords must improve energy efficiency in rental homes, including energy-efficient heating and hot water, ceiling insulation, draught-proofing, 4-star showerheads, and energy-efficient cooling in the main living area to help lower your power bills and keep your home more comfortable.

We can help you write an email to your landlord to get the ball rolling on these improvements before next year.

 

Solar rebates for Renters

Solar panels drastically reduce power bills, especially when combined with electric heat pumps and induction cooktops replacing old gas appliances.

Landlords are eligible for discounts on solar on their rental properties as well as interest free loans.

We can help you write an email to your landlord encouraging them to consider solar at your home.

 

Better Appliances

Upgrading old appliances like your washing machine and fridges can save hundreds in energy costs.

 

Switch Providers

Using the Vic Gov Energy Compare website can help you find better deals on your electricity and save money instantly.

If your union is affiliated with Union Shopper, you can also compare gas and electricity prices there are receive a bonus.

 

 

 

 

 

 


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Item 1: Promotion Fortnightly Renters Survey Draws
Item 2: Promoter Victorian Trades Hall Council (ABN 57 136 432 771) of 54 Victoria Street Carlton VIC 3053 (VTHC). 
Item 3: Promotion Period  Entries for all draws open on 01 April at 8:00AM (AEST)The Promotion Period takes place over nine rounds as follows:
MONTH ENTRIES CLOSE 
May 2026 01 May 2026 at 12.00PM (AEST)
  15 May 2026 at 12.00PM (AEST)
  29 May 2026 at 12.00PM (AEST)
June 2026 12 June 2026 at 12.00PM (AEST)
  26 June 2026 at 12.00PM (AEST)
July 2026 10 July 2026 at 12.00PM (AEST)
  24 July 2026 at 12.00PM (AEST)
August 2026 07 August 2026 at 12.00PM (AEST)
  21 August 2026 at 12.00PM (AEST)
September 2026 04 September 2026 at 12.00PM (AEST)
Updated dates may be introduced at the discretion of the Promoter. In this instance, this Conditions of Entry document and all other relevant documents will be updated accordingly.
Item 4: Prize Draw Date  The prize will be drawn the same business day morning at 2:00PM (AEST). 
MONTH DRAW DATE
May 2026 01 May 2026 at 2.00PM (AEST)
May 2026 15 May 2026 at 2.00PM (AEST)
May 2026 29 May 2026 at 2.00PM (AEST)
June 2026 12 June 2026 at 2.00PM (AEST)
June 2026 26 June 2026 at 2.00PM (AEST)
July 2026 10 July 2026 at 2.00PM (AEST)
July 2026 24 July 2026 at 2.00PM (AEST)
August 2026 07 August 2026 at 2.00PM (AEST)
August 2026 21 August 2026 at 2.00PM (AEST)
September 2026 04 September 2026 at 2.00PM (AEST)
Item 5: Prize claim The Prize from the Prize Draw Date must be claimed within ten (10) business days of notification being sent to the winner.
Item 6: Draw method The winner will be selected at random via electronic draw from all valid entries received during the Promotion Period specified in Item 3. The draws will take place at 54 Victoria Street Carlton VIC 3053 at the time detailed above in Item 4. 
Item 7: How to Enter To enter the Promotion, during the Promotion Period entrants must: 
  • Register their full contact details as prompted; and 
  • Complete and submit all required questions in the survey
Item 8: Prize One (1) successful entrant will win the following Prize for each draw within the Promotion Period:  
  • 1 x $100 Bunnings Physical Gift Card 
Total prize pool is valued at approximately $1,000 inc. GST. 
Item 9: Notification of Winner Winners will be notified in writing by email, and by phone if required, within five (5) business days of the Prize Draw.
Item 10: Restrictions to Entry 1. Entry is open to anyone aged 18 years and older. 
2. Directors, officers, management and employees (and immediate family) of the Promoter and any agencies or companies associated with this Promotion are ineligible to enter. 
3. Multiple entries are not permitted.