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Articles and information about energy and energy providers in Australia

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

All about power factor

Keeping track of your power factor, which is a measure of the efficient use of electricity, may help your business save on electricity costs.

Energy

26 Dec, 2021

4 min read

All about power factor
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

The difference between business and residential electric rates

There are differences in how business and residential electricity is supplied, which means there are differences in the prices. Find out what these differences are.

Energy

12 Jul, 2021

4 min read

The difference between business and residential electric rates
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What is the price of a unit of gas in Australia?

Gas prices in Australia are affected by several factors, including network and costs and transportation. The price you pay for gas can depend on where you live and how many people in your region opt for a gas connection.

Energy

15 Jun, 2021

4 min read

What is the price of a unit of gas in Australia?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Why you should track the average energy price across Australia

Tracking and comparing energy prices can help you lower your energy expenses and decide if you need to switch to another retailer. 

Energy

11 Jun, 2021

4 min read

Why you should track the average energy price across Australia
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Compare energy providers in Queensland to get the best electricity and gas deals

Households and businesses located in Queensland have many options for electricity and gas suppliers. Compare energy plans in QLD to find the right deal for you. 

Energy

04 Jun, 2021

6 min read

Compare energy providers in Queensland to get the best electricity and gas deals
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

How much electricity does a business use and how can you reduce it?

To reduce your energy intake first, you need to know how much you use. You can also compare your businesses energy usage against the average to see how much to reduce it.

Energy

27 May, 2021

3 min read

How much electricity does a business use and how can you reduce it?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

How to switch energy providers if you have a smart meter

Are you looking to switch your energy provider with a smart meter? Read on to find out how the process works.

Energy

23 May, 2021

2 min read

How to switch energy providers if you have a smart meter
Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

How energy changes under the Australian 2021 Federal Budget

The 2021-2022 Federal Budget is out, and amongst the standard tax benefits and schemes for property purchases, there have been changes announced for fuel, gas and electricity supplies

Energy

17 May, 2021

3 min read

How energy changes under the Australian 2021 Federal Budget
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What happens if I switch energy suppliers with a credit default?

Energy suppliers can ask to check your credit history when considering your application, but they cannot turn down your application entirely.

Energy

14 May, 2021

3 min read

What happens if I switch energy suppliers with a credit default?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

How to get gas and electricity when moving into your first home

If you’re renting or buying a home for the first time, you’ll need to find and connect electricity and gas for your property. It’s best if you do this for when you move in, but how is it done? Find out.

Energy

13 May, 2021

4 min read

How to get gas and electricity when moving into your first home
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

How much gas and electricity can I claim on tax?

If you work from home, you could claim deductions against gas and electricity used for heating, cooling and lighting. But how much gas and electricity can you claim on tax?

Energy

13 May, 2021

4 min read

How much gas and electricity can I claim on tax?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Can you switch energy suppliers if you owe money?

If you have outstanding loans or bills you haven’t paid, you may wonder whether switching energy supplier when in debt is possible. Read about possible scenarios here.

Energy

13 May, 2021

2 min read

Can you switch energy suppliers if you owe money?