Electricity



Regulated market

What are regulated energy markets?

Posted by April 16th 2025

Energy prices may be regulated depending on where you live in Australia. Find out the pros and cons of regulated energy prices with Canstar Blue.



Energy deregulation explained

Energy deregulation explained

Posted by April 10th 2025

Most Australian states have deregulated energy markets. Find out what deregulation is and what it means for you with Canstar Blue.






man inspecting panels

Guide to solar panel maintenance

Posted by April 8th 2025

Like appliances, solar panels need maintenance over their lifetime. Canstar Blue reveals when you should service your panels and the risks if you don't.


Centralised water

Centralised hot water explained

Posted by April 7th 2025

This Canstar Blue article discusses centralised hot water for apartments and multi-dwelling properties and how much it can cost.



Senior energy plans

Energy plans for seniors and pensioners

Posted by April 7th 2025

As a senior or pensioner, you may be entitled to specific energy deals that can help keep costs down. Consider providers, plans and deals at Canstar Blue.


fixed energy plans

Fixed rate energy plans

Posted by April 4th 2025

Want to compare fixed rate energy plans? Find out everything you need to know about fixed charge plans at Canstar Blue.


Hydro power

Hydropower Plants in Australia

Posted by April 4th 2025

This Canstar Blue article discusses hydroelectric power plants in Australia, from how they work to where they are located.



Boiling the kettle costs more than you think

How many watts does a kettle use?

Posted by April 3rd 2025

How much electricity does a kettle use? You might be surprised. Canstar Blue takes a look at the real cost of boiling the kettle.