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Energy policy gaps leave households with higher bills

The size of your energy bill could depend on where you live as Australian states and territories take different approaches to electrification and efficiency.

AAP · Sep 30

Electric switch could save households $5000 a year

More than 30 organisations will urge the federal government to do more in backing electric appliances, equipment and vehicles to cut costs and emissions.

AAP · Sep 13

Growing EV popularity is leading to queues at fast chargers. Could a kerbside charger network help?

The war on Iran has made crystal clear how shaky our reliance on fossil fuels is. It’s no surprise electric vehicles and transport have become more appealing.

The Conversation · Apr 7

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Energy costs force most renters to swelter over summer

Most Australians who rent their home say they avoid using cooling and heating appliances due to high costs.

AAP · Dec 4, 2025

Appliance reliance: consumers want repairability labels

Most Australians want to know how long they can expect expensive appliances to work and whether they can be repaired easily, a study shows.

AAP · Sep 29, 2025

One in three homeowners open to ditching gas

Enthusiasm for all-electric homes is building, though a rapid shift away from gas risks lumping those who remain with an expensive network to cover.

AAP · Feb 5, 2025

Not the size of the energy build, but how we use it

Many households are reducing their carbon footprint but without efficient homes or smart meters they may not be getting the best value out of clean energy.

AAP · Jun 11, 2024

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Final question time of the year – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Dec 6, 2023

'Wake up call' for energy industry as confidence dips

Consumer confidence in the energy market has fallen due to rising prices and experts warn it could impact Australia's successful transition to renewables.

AAP · Dec 6, 2023

Crossbench MPs question family violence response – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Nov 26, 2023

'Consumers deserve certainty': gas end date lights flame for capital connection cuts

But the ACT's electricity grid will cop a bigger hit.

The Canberra Times · Oct 23, 2023

Energy consumer lobby calls for Australia-wide ban on gas connections in new homes

The group also wants governments to develop a plan to electrify all existing properties

The Guardian - AU · Oct 3, 2023

Keen to get off gas in your home, but struggling to make the switch? Research shows you're not alone

More than five million households in Australia are connected to the gas network. Tackling climate change requires homes and businesses to move away from gas, and instead embrace electric appliances as the power grid shifts to renewable energy.

The Conversation · Jul 24, 2023

Households fretting over power bills as costs rise

High inflation has sent the cost-of-living soaring and many Australian households under strain, the latest Energy Consumers Australia sentiment survey shows.

The New Daily · Jun 8, 2023

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The Conversation · May 25, 2023

Electricity prices are rising again. Here's how to ensure renters can cash-in on rooftop solar

Consumers struggling with cost-of-living pressures were dealt another blow on Thursday, when the Australian Energy Regulator confirmed energy price hikes of up to 25% from July.

The Conversation · May 4, 2023

Australia is facing a 450,000-tonne mountain of used solar panels. Here's how to turn it into a valuable asset

There were an estimated 100 million individual solar photovoltaic (PV) panels in Australia at the end of 2022. We estimate this number will likely grow to over 2 billion if we are to meet Australia’s 2050 net-zero emissions target. This growth means Australia is facing a 450,000-tonne mountain of used…

The Conversation · Feb 14, 2023

Future home havens: Australians likely to use more energy to stay in and save money

Soaring energy costs are a major factor in Australia’s cost-of-living crisis. The conventional wisdom is people will reduce their energy use in response to rising prices – and this may be the case for the most vulnerable households. However, our research published today suggests rising costs of living are more…

The Conversation · Dec 27, 2022

Top 10 tips to keep cool this summer while protecting your health and your budget

With energy prices and temperatures both rising, keeping cool in summer is an increasingly costly challenge for many Australians. Energy bills are predicted to increase by 50% over the next two years, adding to the cost-of-living crisis. For some, this creates stark choices between paying energy bills or putting food…

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The New Daily · Dec 1, 2022

How to hack your home and save on energy bills this summer

Despite warnings about worsening energy prices, nothing prepares you for being stung with a 20 per cent increase to your bill.

ABC News · Nov 30, 2022

Turmoil widens Australia's energy divide as costs accelerate fastest for poorer households

Australia's energy crisis is widening the gulf between rich and poor households as costs accelerate much faster for consumers on low and middle incomes.

ABC News · Sep 27, 2022

Calls for better consumer protections intensify as complaints over shoddy solar panels soar

A campaign for greater consumer protection from shoddy solar companies comes as government regulators seek more power to investigate unscrupulous operators.

AAP · Jul 5, 2022

Confidence in Aust energy system plummets

New data shows a "stunning collapse of confidence and trust" in the energy system, Energy Consumers Australia says.

ABC News · Jul 5, 2022

Confidence collapses as desperate consumers vent fury at failing National Electricity Market

Confidence among consumers in Australia's energy system is collapsing as the crisis engulfing the east coast market takes a toll on users.

ABC News · Jun 17, 2022

There's been a lot of drama around Australia's power network this week. So when will we see an impact on our electricity bills?

To prevent your brain short-circuiting, we've asked the experts to break it down for the average electricity user.

The Guardian - AU · May 28, 2022

Energy costs explainer: how can I cut my electricity bills or get assistance?

With price rises of up to 18% forecast, experts say shopping around, ditching gas or finding home hacks can help lower the expense

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