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Energy Industry
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Lights out, one more time
Yet another retailer has exited the retail energy market, triggering a Retailer of Last Resort event. That's 10 RoLRs since May last year.
July 1 Price Changes
The annual July 1 price reset has started early this year. Here's our summary on what's happening, and what you should do.
Lights go out for two more energy retailers
Two more energy retailers are exiting the market, bringing the number of casualties since the wholesale price shock up to nine.
Savings as a Service - Issue #14
Another wave of energy price shock is about to hit, with price increases up to 30% about to sweep through the retail energy market.
Regional QLD energy prices to increase 28%
Retail energy prices in regional QLD will increase 28% from 1 July
Shop around to beat electricity price spikes? It’s not as easy as it should be
The official channels in the energy industry glibly continue to tell us to 'compare and switch' to avoid the worst of energy price increases. It's still too hard. Bill Hero will help.
Price Rise Precursor
AER has approved electricity distribution price changes that will trigger widespread retail price increases from 1 July.
Wholesale energy pricing 101
Wholesale energy prices are through the roof and impacting everyone's bills. This article explains the market operations and pricing mechanisms that set wholesale spot prices for the Australian National Electricity Market (NEM).
All About Smart Meters
A smart meter measures both when and how much electricity you use, and sends the data to your retailer wirelessly.
Default Offers
'Default Offer' prices put a cap on what retailers can charge for their standing offers, plus set the benchmark for discounting. Here's everything you need to know
What to Do if You Receive an Estimated Bill
Get the lowdown on how to provide your energy retailer with an accurate self-read of your electricity meter. Say goodbye to estimated bills now.
Budget Blues
The 2022 budget predicts a 20% increase to electricity prices this year, and a further 30% next year.