The electricity pricing recipe has been the same for decades. Electricity retailers set a price for power that includes a buffer for the ups and downs of the wholesale energy market, as well as covering all the other costs. However, now there is an alternative. (more…)
EnergyAustralia solar feed-in tariffs fall
On January 27, EnergyAustralia's solar feed-in tariffs will fall for solar customers in Queensland, New South Wales and South Australia. This includes customers of the major electricity retailer on 'fixed-rate' plans. Rates in Victoria are unchanged while ACT customers will now be offered a solar feed-in tariff. (more…)
Victorian electricity prices set to rise in 2020
In January 2020, Victorian households and small business can expect an increase in electricity prices. Here's what we know so far and what you can do about it. (more…)
Enova Energy expands across NSW
Founded from grass-roots action in the Northern Rivers of NSW, and based in sun soaked Byron Bay, pioneering electricity retailer Enova Energy has built a loyal following. Now the retailer has switched on its community-owned social enterprise energy across the state. (more…)
AGL Electric Vehicle plan gets an upgrade
AGL has just upgraded it's electricity plans for households with electric vehicle replacing the $1 per day plan that was popular with EV owners. The new "AGL Electric Vehicle plan" is the retailers most competitive plan for non-solar owners. The catch is you'll need to own an EV to get onboard. (more…)
New energy retailers launch into NSW
In the last week, three new retailers have entered the NSW electricity market. The arrival of Kogan Energy, Elysian Energy and GloBird Energy has heated up competition. So what's the deal for electricity consumers in NSW? (more…)
Kogan Energy switches on
Known for cheap electronics, Kogan has been expanding fast. The brand name now covers internet and phone plans, home loans and even a car marketplace. From today, you'll see Kogan Energy on electricity and gas deals. (more…)
How to find the best electricity deal for electric vehicle charging
In this article, I’ll unpack the essential considerations for electric vehicle owners that are serious about finding the best electricity deal for charging their EV. (more…)
Ausgrid Time Of Use customers getting a raw deal
If you're on a Time Of Use electricity tariff in the Ausgrid network (Sydney, Central Coast or Hunter Region), chances are your retailer has been giving you a raw deal. (more…)
ReAmped Energy ready to rock
There has been a steady chant of complaint about how complicated energy pricing has become. ReAmped Energy is a new online electricity retailer that keeps it simple. With a no nonsense pricing model and online service could ReAmped Energy be the retailer that rocks your world? (more…)