Monika Gudova is one of Canstar Blue’s resident energy journalists, covering everything from retail affairs to renewables and industry news. With plenty of experience writing about energy, she’s equipped with the tools necessary to help everyday Aussies better understand everything from where their power is coming from, to the fine print on their electricity bills. Monika’s interest and investment in power generation outside of normal working hours is one of her greatest assets, bringing her background knowledge to help consumers make cleaner, greener decisions.
Posted by September 29th 2020
Just when it’s needed most, Queenslanders are being given the opportunity to sign up to a new bargain energy deal from a British retailer that’s just moved Down Under. Having only just launched in New South …
Posted by March 31st 2020
There are two kinds of people, those who blast the air con and heater like they simply can’t do without it, and those whose parents slapped the temperature control remote out of their hands whenever …
Posted by September 30th 2020
Energy companies are being urged to “put customers first” during the coronavirus health crisis, with many Australian families expected to struggle with their bills. The energy regulator has reminded retailers that they provide an essential service …
Posted by December 29th 2020
As a general rule of thumb, receiving a birthday letter/card with a cheeky $50 from nan = good mail, and an envelope marked with the logo of your energy company = bad mail. There’s really …
Posted by December 17th 2020
It may come as a shock to some, but Tesla isn’t just a luxury electric car brand – it’s also a household name for solar energy supporters everywhere. Tesla manufactures high-end battery storage systems to …
Posted by December 29th 2020
Whether international pandemic, physical logistics, or simply annoying colleagues, there’s bound to be some point at which you’ll need to work from home (WFH). Your very first points of action should rightfully be checking your …
Posted by December 29th 2020
EnergyAustralia has announced it is reintroducing costs for receiving paper bills, two years after scrapping the fees. The electricity and gas giant, with around 1.7 million customers across the country, is kicking off efforts to get …
Posted by March 10th 2020
Step aside Barossa Valley, there’s a new attraction in South Australia which to some may be even more delicious than wine. Electricity upstart ReAmped Energy has launched in the state, offering some of the cheapest rates …
Posted by February 28th 2020
Victoria’s energy regulator has finally put an end to the ‘bait and switch’ tactics used by some energy companies for years. This has seen many customers sign up to cheap energy plans only for prices to …
Posted by December 29th 2020
With barely a few months of operation under its belt on Aussie soil, OVO Energy has already cut its electricity prices and become a serious challenger to the country’s biggest players. The UK-based energy company now …