Electricity

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QEnergy and Mojo Power East fined for overcharging VDO customers

Posted by January 20th 2023

QEnergy and Mojo Power East have each paid more than $180,000 in penalties for allegedly charging customers on the Victorian Default Offer (VDO) incorrect rates. The two retailers were found by the Essential Services Commission (ESC) …



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Dodo slashes electricity prices for new customers in Melbourne

Posted by January 18th 2023

Telco and energy provider Dodo has slashed the rates on its flagship electricity deal, Market Offer, by more than 10% for new customers in Melbourne. The plan, which offers variable rates on a no lock-in contract, …


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Summer heatwaves a reminder to prepare for blackouts

Posted by January 13th 2023

Australian households and businesses are being reminded to brace for the impacts of summer heatwaves, both on their hip pockets and energy supply, as Australia’s energy network prepares for unexpected blackouts. The Australian Energy Council (AEC) …





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What is evacuated tube solar?

Posted by February 7th 2024

So, what is an evacuated tube system? What are the different types and how is it installed? Our Canstar Blue guide will tell you everything you need to know about this advanced process of converting …






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The largest energy companies in South Australia

Posted by March 27th 2025

Ahh South Australia, home to the world-famous Barossa Valley, the adventurer’s sanctuary that is Kangaroo Island and… sky-high energy prices! Wait, what? Sadly it’s true, South Australians pay more for power than households in any …


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The largest energy companies in Victoria

Posted by December 5th 2022

Victorians are lucky to have perhaps the liveliest energy market in Australia, with more than 20 electricity and gas providers operating across the state. This could help explain why a vast majority of customers in …


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The largest energy companies in QLD

Posted by December 6th 2022

In every industry, there are usually a few players who dominate a local market. Think of companies like Adidas and Nike in the sports apparel world, or Anaconda and BCF in Australia’s outdoor lifestyle space. …


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The largest energy companies in NSW

Posted by December 5th 2022

A report by Australia’s energy regulator has revealed that households in New South Wales are the most likely to stick with the ‘big three’ power companies, despite a number of new providers entering the fray …





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How often do solar panels need replacing?

Posted by February 7th 2024

Contrary to what some people think, solar panels are not a set-and-forget system. Not only do panels require the occasional maintenance check and, in some cases, a solar monitoring set-up, but eventually they also may …