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Stay cool: Aussie summer energy habits report 2019

Stay cool: Aussie summer energy habits report 2019

With much of Australia in the grips of a rolling heatwave, many people are turning to air-conditioning in a bid to stay cool. But with air-conditioning use one of the main drivers of electricity bills over summer, how you manage your use can have a significant impact on your bill.

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How Labor’s home battery subsidies could reduce your energy bill

How Labor’s home battery subsidies could reduce your energy bill

As the Liberal and Labor parties continue their stoush over the development of a national energy policy, everyday Australians are making it apparent that slashing energy prices is at the top of the Christmas wish list. And with so much confusion surrounding current energy pricing, Aussies are left wondering whether Labor’s push for off-grid renewable energy could drive down their bill.

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Standing electricity offers increase by 75%, says Vinnies

Standing electricity offers increase by 75%, says Vinnies

With summer on it’s way, Aussies are gearing up to crack out the barbie, stock up on zooper doopers and, sadly, brace for high power bills. And since this season’s set to be an absolute scorcher, reaching for the aircon remote is going to be more tempting than ever. But with current energy prices, you might want to give that a second thought.

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