Just for something a bit different, we thought we’d open a can of worms about the energy sector! And by ‘the energy sector’ we mean policymakers and regulators, as well as investors, big and small businesses, and even individuals who have some influence on direction and outcomes. While emotions are still running high following the… Read More
Our 12 top tips for saving energy this summer
When the weather warms up it’s only natural for us to look for ways to keep cool. But sometimes we’re not as smart about it as we could be. Tips to Save Energy in Summer Here are some relatively simple and inexpensive things you can do to keep your cool through the warmer months, while… Read More
The state of electricity – according to the ACCC
What Is the ACCC’s Role in Monitoring Electricity Prices? Last year, we wrote a couple of posts about the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s Retail Electricity Pricing Inquiry report*, which concluded in June 2018, and the recommendations it contained. In a nutshell, we thought what the ACCC produced was pretty fair, including the fact that… Read More
Is it unrealistic to expect no blackouts?
Real-World Blackouts: Lessons from Around the World In June, there was a massive blackout across Argentina and Uruguay, leaving 48 million people without power from around 7 am on a Sunday morning. It took several hours for authorities to even begin restoring power, which meant thousands of homes in the capital Buenos Aires were also… Read More
Win a year’s FREE energy: We have a WINNER!
Over the last couple of months, we have given new customers the opportunity to win a year’s free energy. Having said that, we have a winner – and would like to congratulate P. Dal Santo! To all others who entered the competition, we’d like to thank you for doing so, and wish you the best… Read More
Victorian energy bills have changed
If you live in Victoria, you might have noticed some changes to your energy bills. We’d like to take you through them so you can have a good understanding of the changes and why they’ve been made. Regardless of your political leanings, it’s worth acknowledging that the Victorian government is trying to make things better… Read More