Katrina Hasdell is an Energy Content Producer at Canstar Blue, where she covers Australia’s retail energy market. Having written more than 100 energy-related articles for Canstar Blue, Katrina is dedicated to providing consumers with easy-to-read information on their energy options so they can get better deals on electricity, solar power and more. She previously wrote content for Australia’s leading home services company, Pulse Home Services, while completing her BA in professional writing and publishing at Curtin University.
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Posted by October 14th 2024
In this guide we cover everything you need to know about time of use tariffs, including electricity peak and off-peak times, how this type of tariff compares to others, and if it’s suitable for your …
Posted by April 9th 2025
We’ve long thought of regional QLD as a non-competitive electricity retail market, but is that truly the case? Find out at Canstar Blue.
Posted by October 8th 2024
In case of a power or gas outage, it’s important to know who your electricity/gas distributor is & how they are different from your retailer.
Posted by October 1st 2024
In this Canstar Blue guide, we take a look at the types of energy monitors for your home. We investigate costs, brands and installation tips. Energy usage monitors provide useful insights to help bill-payers identify opportunities …
Posted by November 29th 2024
Switching energy providers is not as complicated as you may think. Canstar Blue explores common questions and misconceptions.
Posted by November 29th 2024
Canstar Blue explains electricity and gas connection & disconnection fees, including what to expect when you need to turn on the lights at your new home.
Posted by September 10th 2024
This Canstar Blue guide explains how solar sponge tariff works, who can access it and whether it could help you save on your energy bill. As rooftop solar systems have become increasingly popular, the power grid …
Posted by February 27th 2025
A new hot water system can be a sizable investment for a household but knowing which one suits your needs and your property can help you save on purchase and installation costs. This Canstar Blue …
Posted by November 29th 2024
Confused when comparing electricity deals? Canstar Blue walks you through energy price fact sheets and how to make sense of them.
Posted by January 14th 2025
If you are wondering what appliances use the most power in your home, Canstar Blue has found different ways to save money.