Electricity

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Fridge power consumption and running costs

Posted by October 29th 2024

As a household staple, the low hum of a fridge is never far off, and as they’re typically always switched on, you’ll want to know how much these cooling devices are costing you. This Canstar …




A Guide to Wind Farms in Australia

Posted by June 11th 2025

Here’s everything you need to know about Australia’s wind farms, from where they’re located to how they work, in this Canstar Blue guide.


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Guide to electricity in regional Queensland

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.


Who is my electricity distributor?

Who is my electricity distributor?

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.




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How to save 10c a litre on fuel with Ampol Energy

Posted by September 25th 2024

Keen for some price pain relief on both your home power bills and trips to the bowser? Then it could be time to check out Ampol Energy and its attractive fuel discount offer. That’s right, petrol …



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Megajoules (MJ): Gas usage and costs explained

Posted by February 28th 2025

In this article, Canstar Blue will explain what a megajoule is and how you can use this knowledge to get more information out of your gas billing, and maybe even save some money. If you have …


What is a solar sponge tariff?

What is a solar sponge tariff?

Posted by June 11th 2025

Canstar Blue explains what a solar sponge tariff is, its purpose, how it works and who is eligible to switch over to one.


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What is natural gas?

Posted by June 13th 2025

What is natural gas used for in Australia, where does it come from and which companies supply it? Find out more with Canstar Blue.



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What is an LPG gas regulator?

Posted by June 13th 2025

Learn everything you need to know about LPG gas regulators, gas bottle fittings and connections with Canstar Blue.


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What is propane gas?

Posted by June 11th 2025

What is propane gas and how is it different from LPG? Compare features and prices at Canstar Blue.


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Understanding energy price fact sheets

Posted by July 4th 2025

Confused when comparing electricity deals? Canstar Blue walks you through energy price fact sheets and how to make sense of them.


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Origin Energy plans in NSW

Posted by August 29th 2024

Origin Energy is one of the largest electricity companies in Australia, powering millions of homes and small businesses across the country. On this page, you’ll find an updated list of Origin’s electricity plans that are on …


Dual Fuel Discount

Dual fuel discounts explained

Posted by June 12th 2025

Canstar Blue explains dual fuel or double up discounts. Can you save by combining electricity and gas plans?


Compare Energy Bills

Compare energy bills

Posted by August 13th 2024

View power bills from six of Australia’s largest energy providers. Compare electricity invoices with Canstar Blue’s guide.