Electricity

Cleaning solar panels

How to clean solar panels

Posted by February 7th 2024

Solar panels are an investment, both from an environmental standpoint and from the perspective of your energy bill. As a result, it makes sense that you want to take care of your investment, from ensuring …


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How to complain when your energy bill is wrong

Posted by October 19th 2023

Bill shock is increasingly becoming a predicament that many Aussies are faced with, so it pays to know your options as a consumer if you’re disputing your latest electricity or gas bill. In this guide, …


Piggy bank energy

What to do if you can’t afford your energy bill

Posted by October 19th 2023

Sometimes things just don’t go your way, and you’re left wondering how you’re going to pay that next bill. That’s a question made all the more difficult when you don’t even know how much that …



Victorians now eligible for second solar rebate

Victorians now eligible to claim a second solar rebate

Posted by February 7th 2024

Victorian households may now be eligible for a second solar rebate or interest-free loan from the state government. As part of an extension to the Solar Homes Program in the state, households who have already claimed …



solar air conditioning

What is solar air conditioning?

Posted by February 7th 2024

In this article, we explain how solar air conditioners work, what types are currently available, and ask the big question: are they cheaper to run than conventional models?




read your power bill

How to read your power bill

Posted by October 12th 2023

Let’s talk about power bills… It might not be your favourite topic, but knowing how to read and extract information from your bill is crucial to understanding how you can save on electricity. After receiving an …


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What is a good rate for electricity?

Posted by October 11th 2023

Not all energy plans are created equal when it comes to the underlying costs you’ll be paying for powering your home. That’s why it’s important that you’re able to identify a good electricity rate when …



Electricity Supply Charges Explained

Electricity Supply Charges: Costs per Day

Posted by October 11th 2023

Finding the right energy plan for you means understanding your typical power usage, but it also involves picking a provider with a competitive supply charge. While you might try to cut back on how much …


Electricity usages charges explained

Electricity Usage Charges: Costs per kWh

Posted by October 10th 2023

Canstar Blue explains what an electricity usage charge is, where you will find it on your bill, and how to tell if you’re paying too much.


kWh Explained

What is a kWh and ‘watt’ does it cost you?

Posted by October 10th 2023

You may have noticed on your power bill that you are charged per ‘kWh’ for electricity – but what does that even mean? It can be pretty tricky to wrap your head around some of …


Energy Costs of Toasters

How much electricity does a toaster use?

Posted by October 6th 2023

How much electricity does your toaster use to make a piece of toast and what does it cost? Find the answer at Canstar Blue.




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What is the best Origin Energy plan?

Posted by March 6th 2024

With over four million customers under its banner, Origin is one of the big three providers in retail energy. Given its size, Origin Energy has a lot to offer in terms of plans, operating in …