Katrina Hasdell

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. You can follow Katrina on LinkedIn.


Regulated market

What are regulated energy markets?

Posted by April 16th 2025

Energy prices may be regulated depending on where you live in Australia. Find out the pros and cons of regulated energy prices with Canstar Blue.



Energy deregulation explained

Energy deregulation explained

Posted by April 10th 2025

Most Australian states have deregulated energy markets. Find out what deregulation is and what it means for you with Canstar Blue.






Centralised water

Centralised hot water explained

Posted by April 7th 2025

This Canstar Blue article discusses centralised hot water for apartments and multi-dwelling properties and how much it can cost.


fixed energy plans

Fixed rate energy plans

Posted by April 4th 2025

Want to compare fixed rate energy plans? Find out everything you need to know about fixed charge plans at Canstar Blue.


Hydro power

Hydropower Plants in Australia

Posted by April 4th 2025

This Canstar Blue article discusses hydroelectric power plants in Australia, from how they work to where they are located.