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Default Market Offer: The Electricity Price Safety Net

The Default Market Offer is an electricity price safety net that protects consumers from unjustifiably high prices. It is the maximum price an electricity company can charge customers on standard retail plans.July 15, 2026

Bushfire safety and assistance available during summer

This summer the damage from bushfires has been unprecedented, with devastating effects on communities. It is helpful to know some safety tips and other assistance that's available for those who have been affected by bushfires.October 1, 2025

GreenPower explained

GreenPower is an easy way to support renewable energy. Here's how it works.July 1, 2025

The Solar Sharer Offer (SSO): What you need to know

From 1 July 2026, a new type of regulated electricity plan called the Solar Sharer Offer (SSO) will be available in some places. The SSO is designed to help households benefit from Australia’s abundant solar power regardless of whether they have solar panels.June 6, 2025

Understanding controlled loads

Do you have electric hot water? Or an electric slab heater? Maybe you're lucky enough to have a heated pool! If so, chances are you have a controlled load and would benefit from a controlled load tariff.February 28, 2025