Ausgrid staff were at the ready to field enquiries about energy efficiency, electricity bills, electrical safety and provided information about the Ausgrid Climate Resilience Program across two stalls.

Ausgrid Field Manager, Matt Grant said Ausgrid has attended the Hunter Homeless Connect event since 2023 and has since expanded its offerings to include resources and activities to help attendees expand their energy literacy and to better understand electrical safety.

“This direct engagement is important to our organisation as it facilitates valuable conversations with our customers and the ability to guide them on ways to save money.

“The event also provides the chance to connect with other community organisations and understand how we can work together to support communities across our network area.

“Ausgrid staff were on hand, assisting customers complete their Power Outage Plans and guide them as to what they may need to consider when completing a plan, relevant to their personal circumstances.

Hunter Homeless Connect is an annual event linking people experiencing homelessness with vital services like housing providers, legal assistance and study opportunities.

The event brings around 2000 guests from Newcastle, Port Stephens, Lake Macquarie, the Hunter Valley and Central Coast together with over 1400 volunteers from more than 100 service providers, offering a one-stop-shop of human and community services.

Hunter Homeless Connect caters for a wider audience than the homeless, providing services to our most vulnerable customers, being those reliant on social housing, students and those at risk of homelessness.