TAS Energy Rebates 2026: Every Concession You May Be Eligible For

Updated April 2026 · General information only

Tasmania offers one of the most generous energy concessions in Australia. The state's Annual Energy Concession is valued at $645.56 per year — higher than the headline energy concessions available in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia. Combined with the Federal Energy Bill Relief Fund ($150.00/year), eligible Tasmanian households may receive an estimated $795.56 or more per year in energy-related support.

Tasmania's energy market is also unique: Aurora Energy is the state's primary electricity retailer, and retail competition is limited compared to mainland states. This means understanding your concession entitlements is especially important, since you may have fewer opportunities to switch between retailers for a lower rate.

This guide covers every energy concession and rebate available to Tasmanian households in 2026, how to apply, and how to stack multiple concessions together.

TL;DR

Eligible concession card holders in Tasmania may receive the Annual Energy Concession ($645.56/year) — one of Australia's highest state-level energy rebates. Add the Federal Energy Bill Relief Fund ($150.00/year) and the total comes to an estimated $795.56 per year. If you also qualify for the Life Support Concession or Medical Heating and Cooling Concession, the total could be higher still. Most concessions are applied directly to your Aurora Energy bill once your concession card is registered.

What TAS Energy Concessions Are Available?

The Tasmanian Government provides several concessions and rebates to help eligible households manage energy costs. Here is a summary of the main energy-related concessions available to Tasmanian residents:

Source:
, Department of Communities Tasmania, as of April 2026. Amounts subject to change.

Annual Energy Concession — $645.56 per Year

The Annual Energy Concession is Tasmania's primary energy rebate and one of the highest flat-rate state energy concessions in Australia. At $645.56 per year, it exceeds the headline energy concessions in New South Wales, South Australia, and is comparable to the combined state concessions available in some other jurisdictions.

Key details:

• Amount: $645.56 per year *(Source: Tasmanian Government, 2025-26 concession rates)*

• Covers: Electricity (Tasmania does not have a reticulated natural gas network for residential use)

• Payment method: Applied as a credit directly to your electricity bill by Aurora Energy

• Limit: One concession per household (not per person)

• Application: Applied once your concession card is registered with Aurora Energy

Who Is Eligible?

You may be eligible if you are the account holder (or the spouse/partner of the account holder) and hold one of the following cards:

• Pensioner Concession Card (PCC) — issued by Centrelink or DVA

• Health Care Card (HCC) — issued by Centrelink

• DVA Gold Card — Department of Veterans' Affairs

The electricity account must be in your name (or your partner's name) at your principal place of residence in Tasmania.

How TAS Differs From Other States

Tasmania's energy market has several features that set it apart:

• No reticulated gas: Unlike mainland states, Tasmanian households generally do not have access to reticulated natural gas. The concession applies to electricity only, which is the primary energy source for heating, cooking, and hot water.

• Aurora Energy dominance: Aurora Energy is the state-owned electricity retailer and the primary provider for Tasmanian households. While some small-scale retail competition exists, the vast majority of residential customers are with Aurora Energy.

• Hydro-powered: Tasmania's electricity is predominantly generated by hydro power (Hydro Tasmania), making the state's energy mix one of the cleanest in Australia.

Source:
, Department of Communities Tasmania, as of April 2026.

Aurora Energy Concessions and Programs

Since Aurora Energy is the primary electricity retailer in Tasmania, understanding how concessions work with Aurora is essential for most Tasmanian households.

Registering Your Concession Card

To receive the Annual Energy Concession, you need to register your concession card with Aurora Energy. You can do this:

• Online: Through the Aurora Energy website or My Account portal

• By phone: Contact Aurora Energy on 1300 132 003

• In person: At an Aurora Energy service centre

Once registered, the concession is applied automatically to your bills as a credit. You do not need to reapply each year, but you must notify Aurora Energy if your concession card is renewed, cancelled, or reissued with a new number.

Aurora Energy Hardship Program

If you are experiencing financial difficulty paying your electricity bill — whether or not you hold a concession card — Aurora Energy is required to offer a hardship program. This may include:

• Flexible payment plans

• Bill smoothing arrangements

• Referral to financial counselling services

• Protection from disconnection while actively participating in the program

Contact Aurora Energy on 1300 132 003 or visit their website to discuss your options.

Source:
, as of April 2026.

Life Support Concession

If you or someone in your household requires life support equipment that is powered by electricity, you may be eligible for a Life Support Concession.

Key details:

• Amount: Varies by equipment type *(Source: concessions.tas.gov.au — Life Support)*:

• Oxygen concentrator: ~$478/yr

• Dialysis machine: ~$355/yr

• CPAP machine: ~$170/yr

• Respirator/ventilator: ~$633/yr

• Phototherapy unit: ~$902/yr

• Nebuliser: ~$48/yr

• Eligibility: A registered medical practitioner must certify that life support equipment is required at the residence. No concession card is required — eligibility is based on medical need only.

• Equipment covered: Oxygen concentrators, kidney dialysis machines, CPAP machines, ventilators, phototherapy units, nebulisers, and other medically essential electrical equipment

• Registration: You must register with Aurora Energy as a life support customer — this also ensures priority reconnection in the event of a power outage

Why Registration Matters

Registering as a life support customer with Aurora Energy is important beyond the concession itself. It ensures that:

• Your property is flagged for priority attention during planned and unplanned outages

• You receive advance notice of planned interruptions where possible

• Disconnection protections apply to your account

Source:
, Aurora Energy, as of April 2026.

Medical Heating and Cooling Concession

If you or someone in your household has a medical condition that requires the use of heating or cooling equipment to manage their health, you may be eligible for a Medical Heating and Cooling Concession.

Key details:

• Amount: $193.36 per year (52.975c/day x 365 days) *(Source: concessions.tas.gov.au — Medical Cooling or Heating)*

• Eligibility: Requires a medical certificate from a registered medical practitioner confirming the need for heating or cooling at home due to a medical condition

• Concession card: You must hold a valid concession card (HCC, PCC, DVA PCC, or Veterans Gold Card) and be on the general domestic tariff

• Stackable: This may be received in addition to the Annual Energy Concession

Conditions That May Qualify

The Tasmanian Government does not publish an exhaustive list, but conditions that may qualify include:

• Multiple sclerosis

• Parkinson's disease

• Thermoregulatory dysfunction

• Severe circulatory conditions

• Other conditions where a medical practitioner certifies that temperature regulation at home is medically necessary

Given Tasmania's cooler climate — particularly in winter — the Medical Heating and Cooling Concession can be especially relevant for vulnerable residents.

Source:
, Department of Communities Tasmania, as of April 2026.

Federal Energy Bill Relief Fund — $150.00 per Year

The Federal Energy Bill Relief Fund is an Australian Government program that provides direct electricity bill credits to all households, regardless of whether you hold a concession card.

Key details:

• Amount: $150.00 per year for the 2025-26 period *(Source: Australian Government, 2025-26 Federal Budget)*

• Eligibility: All Australian households with an active residential electricity account

• Application: No application needed — the credit is applied automatically by your electricity retailer

• Payment method: Applied as a credit on your electricity bill, typically spread across your billing cycles

This is a Commonwealth program and operates independently of Tasmania's state concessions. You do not need to choose between the Federal Energy Bill Relief and the Annual Energy Concession — eligible households receive both.

Source: Australian Government Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, as of April 2026.

Water and Sewerage Concessions

While not directly related to energy, Tasmanian concession card holders may also be eligible for water and sewerage concessions, which further reduce household running costs.

Key details:

• Amount: $242.56 per year (water $121.28 + sewerage $121.28) *(Source: TasWater concessions page)*

• Eligibility: PCC, HCC, and DVA Gold Card holders

• Application: Register your concession card with TasWater or your local water provider

If you are already receiving the Annual Energy Concession, it is worth checking whether you are also enrolled for water and sewerage concessions — these are separate programs and being enrolled in one does not automatically enrol you in the other.

Source:
, TasWater, as of April 2026.

Tasmania's Unique Energy Market

Understanding Tasmania's energy landscape helps explain why concessions matter so much in this state:

Aurora Energy: The Primary Retailer

Unlike mainland states where dozens of retailers compete for customers, Aurora Energy is the dominant (and for most households, the only) residential electricity retailer in Tasmania. Aurora Energy is state-owned, operating under the Tasmanian Government. This means:

• Limited switching options: Most Tasmanian households cannot shop around between multiple retailers in the same way that customers in NSW, Victoria, or South Australia can

• Regulated pricing: Aurora Energy's prices are regulated by the Office of the Tasmanian Economic Regulator (OTTER), which sets the standing offer price each year

• Concessions are centralised: Since almost all residential customers are with Aurora Energy, applying for concessions is straightforward — there is one main retailer to register with

Hydro Tasmania and Renewable Energy

Tasmania's electricity is predominantly generated by Hydro Tasmania, the state's government-owned generator. Hydro power provides the bulk of the state's electricity, supplemented by wind generation. This gives Tasmania one of the lowest-emission electricity grids in Australia.

Why Concessions Matter More in TAS

Because retail competition is limited, Tasmanian households have fewer market-based levers to reduce their energy costs compared to mainland residents. This makes government concessions an especially important tool for managing electricity expenses. The $645.56 Annual Energy Concession reflects, in part, the state's recognition that eligible households need meaningful support.

Stacking Example: How Much Could an Eligible TAS Household Receive?

Here is an example of how concessions may stack for an eligible Pensioner Concession Card holder in Tasmania who also has a certified medical heating/cooling need:

Important notes:

• If you also qualify for the Life Support Concession (based on medical need, no concession card required), the total could be higher still — amounts range from ~$48/yr (nebuliser) to ~$902/yr (phototherapy unit) depending on equipment type

• All amounts are estimated and subject to change by the Tasmanian and Australian Governments

• The Annual Energy Concession and the Federal Energy Bill Relief are separate programs — eligible households may receive both

At an estimated $1,231.48 per year in combined concessions for a PCC holder with a medical condition, Tasmania ranks among the most generous states for eligible concession card holders.

How to Apply

For the Annual Energy Concession

1. Contact Aurora Energy on 1300 132 003 or log in to your My Account portal

2. Provide your concession card details — card type, card number, and the name on the card

3. Confirm your residential address — the account must be at your principal place of residence in Tasmania

4. The concession will be applied to your next billing cycle and continue automatically while you remain eligible

For Life Support or Medical Heating and Cooling Concessions

1. Obtain a medical certificate from your registered medical practitioner confirming the condition and the need for the equipment or temperature regulation at home

2. Contact Aurora Energy to register as a life support customer or to apply for the Medical Heating and Cooling Concession

3. Submit the medical certificate — Aurora Energy or the Department of Communities Tasmania will advise on the specific process

For Water and Sewerage Concessions

1. Contact TasWater or your local water provider

2. Provide your concession card details and residential address

3. The concession will be applied once processed

Important Reminders

• If your concession card is renewed or reissued with a new number, update Aurora Energy immediately to avoid interruption

• If you move address, contact Aurora Energy and any other concession providers to update your details

• The Federal Energy Bill Relief requires no application — it is applied automatically by Aurora Energy

Tips to Get the Most From TAS Energy Concessions

1. Confirm Your Concession Is Active on Your Bill

Check your Aurora Energy bill each quarter to verify that the Annual Energy Concession credit is appearing. Concessions can occasionally drop off if card details expire or if there is a system error. If the credit is missing, contact Aurora Energy on 1300 132 003 to have it reinstated. Catching a missing concession early avoids losing multiple billing periods of support.

2. Check for Additional Concessions Beyond Energy

Tasmania offers concessions beyond energy, including water and sewerage,
, council rates, and the Tasmanian Seniors Card (available from age 60+). If you hold a concession card, check the
to see the full list of support you may be eligible for.

3. Monitor for Heating Costs in Winter

Tasmania's winters are colder than most of mainland Australia, and heating can be a significant portion of your electricity bill. If you or someone in your household has a medical condition affected by cold temperatures, investigate the Medical Heating and Cooling Concession. Even without a medical condition, consider energy efficiency measures — the Tasmanian Government and Aurora Energy periodically offer energy efficiency programs and advice that may help reduce your usage alongside concessions.

Related Benefits and Resources

If you are exploring Tasmanian energy concessions, you may also want to look into:

•
— the pension that underlies Pensioner Concession Card eligibility

•
— additional concessions for self-funded retirees aged 66+

•
— how New South Wales handles energy rebates (for comparison)

•
— see estimated costs for your area and usage, free and zero-commission

•
— full list of state concessions across all categories

•
— the energy regulator for Tasmania

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the TAS Annual Energy Concession in 2026?

The Tasmanian Annual Energy Concession is valued at $645.56 per year for the 2025-26 period. This is one of the highest flat-rate state energy concessions in Australia. The amount is set by the Tasmanian Government and is subject to annual review.

Can I switch electricity retailers in Tasmania?

Tasmania's electricity retail market is dominated by Aurora Energy, the state-owned retailer. Unlike mainland states where dozens of retailers compete, most Tasmanian households have limited retail choice. Aurora Energy's prices are regulated by the Office of the Tasmanian Economic Regulator (OTTER). If any alternative retailers do operate in your area, you can compare options — but for most households, Aurora Energy is the primary or only option.

Do I need to apply for the Federal Energy Bill Relief separately?

No. The Federal Energy Bill Relief ($150.00 per year) is applied automatically by your electricity retailer — in most cases, Aurora Energy. You do not need to fill out any forms or contact anyone. The credit will appear on your electricity bill.

Can I receive both the Annual Energy Concession and the Federal Energy Bill Relief?

Yes. These are separate programs — one from the Tasmanian Government and one from the Australian Government. If you hold a valid concession card and have the Annual Energy Concession registered with Aurora Energy, you will receive both: the state concession ($645.56/year) and the federal relief ($150.00/year), for a combined estimated total of $795.56 per year.

What is the TAS Seniors Card age requirement?

The Tasmanian Seniors Card is available to residents aged 60 and over who meet the eligibility criteria. Note that the Seniors Card is separate from the Pensioner Concession Card — holding a Seniors Card alone may not qualify you for all energy concessions. Check each concession's specific eligibility requirements.

Also from July: the AEMC is proposing to ban the energy loyalty tax — same plan, same price for all customers.

Compare energy plans and see available concessions at
— free, zero-commission energy comparison for Australian households.

Disclaimer: General information only, not personal financial advice. Concession amounts, eligibility criteria, and government programs may change without notice. All dollar amounts shown are estimated based on publicly available information as of April 2026 and should be verified with Aurora Energy, the Department of Communities Tasmania, or the
. Internest does not administer government concessions.