Guides and tips

Usage estimator calculator

Estimate your annual electricity usage and cost based on your household size, appliances, and state. See what your bill should look like.

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Smart meters and time of use pricing

How smart meters work, what time of use tariffs mean for your bill, TOU windows by state, and whether you should switch from a flat rate. Updated for the 2030 rollout.

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NBN speed tiers explained

Which tier suits your household, what speeds you will actually get, why your speed may differ from advertised, and the free FTTP upgrade programme.

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Solar feed-in tariffs by state

Current feed-in rates across Australia, how they are set, and whether chasing a higher FiT actually saves you money.

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July 2026 price reset: what changed

The annual DMO/VDO reset just took effect. Prices fell in NSW and QLD, rose in SA, and the Solar Sharer Offer launched. What it means for your bill.

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Speed test and connection info

Test your internet speed, see your ISP and connection details, and understand whether your plan is delivering what you pay for.

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Solar savings estimator

Enter your postcode, system size, and daytime usage pattern to estimate your annual solar savings.

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Your first electricity bill in a new home

Why your first bill looks different, what each charge means, and a moving-in checklist to get set up right.

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Electric vs gas hot water: the numbers

Running cost comparison for gas, electric storage, and heat pump hot water, plus current rebates.

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Solar + EV charging: day or night?

Should you charge your EV on daytime solar or a cheap overnight rate? The numbers compared.

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NBN FAQ: 20 common questions

Straight answers on installation, contracts, moving house, outages, and more.

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