Western Australia Home Stories Spring 2025

Save money with Energy Ahead

WA resident writers shine

Worried about power bills? Did you know you can book a free in-home visit by a friendly Energy Coach?

This year we hosted our first Resident Writing Competition, and what a success it has been! We received more than 20 entries from residents aged between their 30s to 90s spanning from the Metro area down to Bunbury. We had such a rich, wide variety of stories, poems, and reflections - making it no easy task to select the winners.

Why it’s worth signing up: • You’ll get a home energy assessment that maps where your power is going. • You may receive up to $100 worth of energy-saving items (LED globes, a clothes airer, etc.) to help get you started. • You’ll receive a custom report and action plan full of easy, practical tips tailored to your home. • You’ll learn how to save on heating, cooling, lighting and appliances.

The Winners

The Mullet Poem – by Jacqui A funny, witty poem celebrating a true Aussie classic Favorites – by James Very clever, original piece of writing. For all chocolate lovers out there this will be a hit! The Light –by Kayleigh A dystopian short story that felt like a scene from the beginning of a Netflix mini-series. Beautiful themes of hope and connection. Five Minutes in my Shoes – by Maggie This poem painted a picture of precious memories from home and used our competition prompt. A Day in the Life of an Autism Mum – by Karen A moving personal reflection by a resident with great writing skills.

How to get started: This program is free for low-income

Synergy customers. You can book a visit by: • calling Energy Ahead on (08) 6253 3500 • emailing energyahead@thefwc.org.au or; • use the QR code in the image below to book via their website.

Check out the QR code to read our winning entries.

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