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.


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Queensland energy rates explained

Posted by September 1st 2025

How much are electricity rates in QLD? Learn everything you need to know about energy usage costs and supply charges.


Melbourne skyline

Victoria energy rates explained

Posted by September 3rd 2025

How much are electricity rates in Melbourne? Learn everything you need to know about energy charges in this Canstar Blue guide.


Solar FiTs

Best solar feed-in tariffs in Australia

Posted by September 1st 2025

Which solar provider offers the best solar Feed-in Tariff? In this article, Canstar Blue compares solar FiTs in each state.


Sydney skyline

NSW energy rates explained

Posted by September 1st 2025

Electricity rates play a huge part in how much customers pay for power. Find out what rates are on offer in NSW.


Parliament House

Canberra (ACT) Electricity Guide

Posted by August 26th 2025

A guide to electricity in Canberra and the ACT. Canstar Blue looks at Canberra electricity providers, plans and prices.




Solar batteries and EV charger

How do solar batteries work?

Posted by May 26th 2025

Learn the basics of solar-powered battery storage and how solar batteries work with this simple guide from Canstar Blue.