Kate Lockyer

Kate Lockyer is a content producer for Canstar Blue’s Consumer team. She holds a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Queensland and worked on content for a variety of organisations, including 4ZZZ and family social services. You can follow Kate on LinkedIn.


How much does it cost to charge a laptop?

Posted by February 4th 2025

How much electricity does it take to charge a laptop and what does this cost? Canstar Blue breaks down the cost of charging different laptops.


How much power does a TV use?

How many watts does a TV use?

Posted by February 4th 2025

It is likely that many of us have never given much thought to what our latest Netflix binge-watching session could be adding to our electricity bills. Like most household appliances, televisions can actually be significant …


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Best angle for solar panels in Australia

Posted by February 3rd 2025

Are you considering solar panel installation for your home? One of the most crucial decisions you’ll make when it comes to generating power from the sun is selecting the optimal angle for your solar panels. …


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Where to watch the 2025 Grammys in Australia

Posted by January 31st 2025

The night of nights for those in the music industry, the Grammy Awards – known simply as ‘the Grammys’ – sees producers, singers, musicians and entertainers all vie for the golden gramophone across a range …



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How to watch the 2025 Australian Open

Posted by January 13th 2025

The first Grand Slam of the calendar year, the Australian Open, serves up plenty of action and excitement for players and spectators alike. But if you can’t make it courtside, where can you catch all …


How to watch Grand Slam Tennis in Australia

Posted by January 13th 2025

During the summer, Aussies often have two choices when it comes to what to watch on the telly – the cricket, or the tennis. But after the Australian Open – the first of the four …


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How to watch the 2024 Boxing Day Test in Australia

Posted by December 9th 2024

Santa’s greatest present will be getting unwrapped on December 26 – yes, for cricket fans, it really is! – when the Boxing Day test match gets underway at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where some of …


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Gas installation: How to install gas in your home

Posted by December 4th 2024

When it comes to gas usage in Australia, households typically have one of two options to choose from: liquid petroleum gas (LPG) or natural gas. Depending on your location and lifestyle, one type of fuel …


Origin hot water bills explained

Posted by April 16th 2025

If you live in an apartment complex, it’s likely that you have ‘centralised’ or ‘bulk’ hot water. The building’s body corporate or management will typically select the supplier and in many cases, this is Origin …