Electricity

BPID

Basic Plan Information Documents

Posted by May 8th 2025

This page includes links to the Basic Plan Information Documents (BPID) for electricity plans listed in Canstar Blue articles.



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Tier 1 vs Tier 2 vs Tier 3 solar panels: What to choose?

Posted by May 8th 2025

Deciding to go solar isn’t easy. One major consideration is which solar panel manufacturer to go with — given the price of solar, you’ll want to buy from a reputable manufacturer. However, differentiating between high-quality …


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Solar monitoring system: Should you get one?

Posted by May 8th 2025

Solar panels are a great way to minimise your energy bill and your reliance on grid electricity. While solar systems are excellent when working correctly, it can be difficult to tell when something breaks or …


SA Energy

South Australia energy rates explained

Posted by May 9th 2025

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


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Queensland energy rates explained

Posted by May 8th 2025

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


Victoria rates

Victoria energy rates explained

Posted by May 8th 2025

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


NSW rates

NSW energy rates explained

Posted by May 8th 2025

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


Canberra Energy Plans

Canberra (ACT) Electricity Guide

Posted by May 8th 2025

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


Best AGL energy plan

What is the best AGL energy plan?

Posted by May 6th 2025

In this article, we take a look at AGL to show you which of its plans are worth your business. We not only list the cheapest AGL energy plan, but share details about what makes …




Standby power

How much does standby power cost?

Posted by May 6th 2025

In this article, Canstar Blue looks at how much standby power costs each year and which appliances are the biggest contributors.




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Winter heating costs explained

Posted by May 9th 2025

What are the winter heating costs of running a heater in winter? Canstar Blue looks at winter heating costs, including electric, gas and oil heaters.




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How to read my electricity bill

Posted by May 8th 2025

Learn how to read all the components on your electricity bill, including fees and charges with Canstar Blue.