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Dylan Crismale

Cameron Micallef

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Moira Daniels

Updated

Dec 1, 2023

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Name	Plan features	Reference price	Estimated cost
Dodo - Residential Market Basic Plan Information \| (DOD559343MRE3@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	Credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 5c/kWh	Reference price 18% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,610/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day)	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Ampol Energy - Powering On Basic Plan Information \| (AMP522155MRE13@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	Credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 5c/kWh	Reference price 17% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,630/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day)	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Energy Locals - Online Member Basic Plan Information \| (LCL569534MRE2@EME) Green CompanySingle rate tariffFeed in tariff available	Membership fees Credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 6c/kWh	Reference price 11% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,750/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day) $167.88 membership fee included	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Powershop - Switch Saver Basic Plan Information \| (PSH678826MRE1@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	No credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 5c/kWh	Reference price 10% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,780/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day)	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Kogan Energy - for current FIRST members Basic Plan Information \| (KOG678781MRE1@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	No credit card fees No disconnection fee Rates are not fixed FiT from 5c/kWh	Reference price 10% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,780/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day)	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
AGL - Residential Seniors Saver Basic Plan Information \| (AGL360479MRE18@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	Credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 5c/kWh	Reference price 10% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,780/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day)	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
AGL - Residential Value Saver Basic Plan Information \| (AGL547757MRE12@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	Credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 5c/kWh	Reference price 10% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,780/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day)	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Kogan Energy - with free FIRST Basic Plan Information \| (KOG678786MRE1@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	No credit card fees No disconnection fee Rates are not fixed FiT from 5c/kWh	Reference price 10% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,780/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day)	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Red Energy - Living Energy Saver Basic Plan Information \| (RED552216MRE4@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	No credit card fees No disconnection fee Rates are not fixed FiT from 8c/kWh	Reference price 9% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,800/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day)	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
AGL - Residential Netflix Plan Basic Plan Information \| (AGL686221MRE1@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	Credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 5c/kWh	Reference price 8% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,810/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day)	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Amber - Variable Wholesale Prices estimate only Basic Plan Information \| (AMB679408MRE1@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	Membership fees Credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 2.73c/kWh	Reference price 8% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,820/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day) $228 membership fee included	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
1st Energy - 1st Saver Basic Plan Information \| (1ST679738MRE1@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	No credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 6c/kWh	Reference price 8% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,820/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day) incl. $140 guaranteed discount	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Energy Locals - Local Member Basic Plan Information \| (LCL569522MRE2@EME) Green CompanySingle rate tariffFeed in tariff available	Membership fees No credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 6c/kWh	Reference price 8% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,820/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day) $233.88 membership fee included	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
OVO Energy - The One Plan Basic Plan Information \| (OVO612537MRE8@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	No credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 7c/kWh	Reference price 7% less than reference price Plus an extra 5% below the reference price if you meet the conditional discount requirements	Estimated cost/year $1,840/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day) $1,740 with conditional discount	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Alinta - HomeDeal Basic Plan Information \| (ALI463761MRE4@EME) Single rate tariffFeed in tariff available	No credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed FiT from 8c/kWh	Reference price 6% less than reference price	Estimated cost/year $1,850/year (avg. 12.6 kWh/day)	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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Cheapest electricity providers in Queensland and Brisbane

If you're looking to compare, the 3 cheapest electricity plans in QLD are:

Residential Market

$1,610 /year

18% less than reference price

Basic Plan Information

Powering On

$1,630 /year

17% less than reference price

Basic Plan Information

100% Clean

$1,720 /year

$1,620 if you meet the conditional discount requirements

13% less than reference price

Basic Plan Information

The annual estimated electricity prices are based on a residential customer on the Energex network who consumes 4613kWh yearly on a single rate tariff. Your actual bill may vary depending on your consumption.

Best electricity provider in QLD and Brisbane

The best electricity provider in QLD for December 2023 is Ampol Energy thanks to its Powering On plan.

Powering On

$1,630 /year

17% less than reference price

10 cents a litre off fuel if you shop at an eligible Ampol
Monthly billing available
Direct debit available

Basic Plan Information

Compare gas plans in QLD and Brisbane

We've included guaranteed discounts and any available sign up incentives to the annual price estimate to help you compare gas plans in QLD and Brisbane.

Good to know. The average household gas bill for QLD is $652 over 12 months as of November 2023.

The annual estimated gas prices are based on a residential customer on the Allgas Energy network who consumes 8000MJ yearly on a single rate tariff. Your actual bill may vary depending on your consumption.

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Name	Plan features	Charges	Typical annual cost
AGL - Residential Value Saver Basic Plan Information \| (AGL547758MRG9@EME) Single rate tariff	Credit card fees No disconnection fee Rates are not fixed	Pricing Supply: 116.94c/day Usage: 3.69c/MJ	Estimated cost/year (typical usage) $730/year	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
AGL - Residential Seniors Saver Basic Plan Information \| (AGL360490MRG14@EME) Single rate tariff	Credit card fees No disconnection fee Rates are not fixed	Pricing Supply: 116.94c/day Usage: 3.69c/MJ	Estimated cost/year (typical usage) $730/year	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Origin Energy - Go Variable Basic Plan Information \| (ORI431046MRG7@EME) Single rate tariff	Credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed	Pricing Supply: 115.78c/day Usage: 3.47 - 3.75c/MJ	Estimated cost/year (typical usage) $730/year	View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Origin Energy - Everyday Rewards Variable Basic Plan Information \| (ORI493065MRG12@EME) Single rate tariff	Credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed	Pricing Supply: 121.22c/day Usage: 3.63 - 3.93c/MJ	Estimated cost/year (typical usage) $760/year	View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
CovaU - Freedom Residential Gas Basic Plan Information \| (COV650998MRG1@EME) Single rate tariff	Credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed	Pricing Supply: 124.3c/day Usage: 3.48 - 3.77c/MJ	Estimated cost/year (typical usage) $760/year	View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Red Energy - Living Energy Saver Basic Plan Information \| (RED552155MRG3@EME) Single rate tariff	No credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed	Pricing Supply: 140.8c/day Usage: 2.4 - 3.74c/MJ	Estimated cost/year (typical usage) $820/year	Go to site View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Red Energy - Red Solar Saver Basic Plan Information \| (RED636154MRG2@EME) Single rate tariff	No credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed	Pricing Supply: 140.8c/day Usage: 2.4 - 3.74c/MJ	Estimated cost/year (typical usage) $820/year	View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Red Energy - Red BCNA Saver Basic Plan Information \| (RED552721MRG3@EME) Single rate tariff	No credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed	Pricing Supply: 140.8c/day Usage: 2.4 - 3.74c/MJ	Estimated cost/year (typical usage) $820/year	View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Red Energy - Qantas Red Saver Basic Plan Information \| (RED552307MRG3@EME) Single rate tariff	No credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed	Pricing Supply: 140.8c/day Usage: 2.4 - 3.74c/MJ	Estimated cost/year (typical usage) $820/year	View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Alinta - HomeDeal Gas Basic Plan Information \| (ALI463779MRG4@EME) Single rate tariff	No credit card fees Disconnection fees Rates are not fixed	Pricing Supply: 118.26c/day Usage: 4.56 - 4.97c/MJ	Estimated cost/year (typical usage) $830/year	View details Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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Cheapest gas providers in QLD and Brisbane

The top 3 gas providers in QLD currently offering the cheapest plans are:

Residential Value Saver

$730 /year

Basic Plan Information

Residential Seniors Saver

$730 /year

Basic Plan Information

Go Variable

$730 /year

Basic Plan Information

Best gas provider in QLD and Brisbane

The best gas provider in QLD for December 2023 is AGL thanks to its Residential Value Saver plan.

Residential Value Saver

$730 /year

$75 sign-up credit for new customers
Access to discounts via AGL Rewards
Bundling discounts on mobile, internet and energy
Monthly billing available
Direct debit available
No disconnection fees
No credit card fees
Live chat available
Mobile app to track usage and manage your plan

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How do I choose the best energy provider in QLD?

There are a few things to keep in mind when finding the right energy plan for your household:

Find a cheaper price. Start your search by looking for a plan that is cheaper than your current one (it's good to have a recent bill close by). Use Finder's comparison tool to help you out.
Look for plans that are less than the reference price. The exact wording might vary between providers but look out for phrases like "10% less than the reference price". You shouldn't sign up for a plan equal to or higher than the reference price unless you have no other choice.
Beware hidden fees. They'll differ between providers but watch out for disconnection/reconnection costs, late fees and credit card fees that might add to your bills.

Greenest energy providers in QLD

According to the Green Electricity Guide by Greenpeace, the 3 greenest electricity providers in Queensland are:

Diamond Energy (Score: 10/10)
Momentum Energy (Score: 8.6/10)
Energy Locals (Score: 8.09/10)

Do I qualify for any energy rebates or concessions in QLD?

There are several energy rebates currently available for Queensland residents with a key difference being the eligibility criteria.

Cost of living rebate
A one-off payment to help with rising cost of living.

- All Queensland households that pay a separate electricity bill (i.e. not households where electricity is included as part of rent). Tenants who receive a bill from their landlord (or body corporate) and customers using card-operated meters are also eligible.
- $175 for electricity bills only.
- There's no need to apply. The rebate will be automatically credited to your next electricity bill in 2022.

Electricity and gas rebates
Designed to help concession holders with the cost of their energy bills.

- Queensland concession card holders including seniors, pensioners and veterans. Services Australia Health Care card holders and those with asylum seek status are eligible for electricity rebates only.
- $372.20 (incl. GST) per year Electricity Rebate, $80.77 (incl. GST) per year Reticulated Natural Gas Rebate.
- Contact your electricity and/or gas retailer. You will need to provide personal details and have your concession card available to verify your eligibility. Rebates are automatically deducted from your bill. Residents of apartment complexes, residential parks, retirement villages and granny flats should enquire with the person/organisation that sends you your electricity bill.

Electricity and reticulated natural gas rebates for residential home parks and multi-unit residential premises
A similar concession to the general energy rebate but claimed for multi-residential premises by the owner.

If you live in a residential home park or multi-unit residential premises, the property owner is required to advise you of available rebates and claim them on your behalf. You, the resident, must have either a current:
- Pensioner Concession Card (issued by Services Australia or Department of Veteran's Affairs)
- Department of Veteran's Affairs Gold Card
- Queensland Seniors Card
- Services Australia Health Care Card OR
- Asylum seeker status
- $1.0197/day (incl. GST) Electricity Rebate, conditions apply
- $0.2213 (incl. GST) Reticulated Natural Gas Rebate, conditions apply
- The property owner needs to submit the Electricity Rebate Proprietor form (Form 502) when the account is paid.

Home Energy Emergency Assistance Scheme
This scheme helps Queenslanders who are struggling to pay their energy bills due to an unforeseen emergency or short-term financial crisis.

- To be eligible you must be the person responsible for paying the outstanding energy bill and hold either a current concession card, have an income equal to or less than the federal government's maximum income rate for part-age pensioners, or be part of your energy retailer's hardship program or payment plan.You must have also experienced either a significant decrease in your household income or high unexpected expenses on essential items. Further conditions could apply so it's always good to double-check.
- Up to $720 once every 2 years.
- Get in touch with your energy provider directly to start the process.

Medical Cooling and Heating Electricity Concession Scheme
This rebate helps cover electricity costs for people with chronic medical conditions that require constant heating and cooling.

- To be eligible, you must be a Queensland resident and have a qualifying medical condition where you need cooling or heating to prevent a worsening of symptoms. Your place of residence must have air-conditioning or a heating unit and you must hold a current Services Australia/Department of Veterans Affairs Pensioner Concession Card or a current Services Australia Health Care Card.
- $372.21 per year, paid as $93.06 each quarter.
- Complete the MCHECS application form and post it to the address listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

It's important to know who your energy distributor is in case there is an outage.

Electricity

Distributor	Network area
Energex	South East Queensland including Brisbane, Ipswich, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast.
Ergon Energy	Rural and regional Queensland including the Torres Strait Islands.
Essential Energy	Parts of southern Queensland.

Gas

Distributor	Network area
APA (Allgas Energy)	Brisbane region (South of the Brisbane River), the Gold Coast (including parts of northern NSW), Toowoomba and Oakey.
Australian Gas Networks	Brisbane region (Brisbane CBD, north of the Brisbane River and Ipswich) and the Northern region (Rockhampton and Gladstone).

Note: In Roma and Dalby, the local council owns and operates its own gas distribution network.

In Queensland, there are 2 types of electricity contracts available to customers:
- A market retail contract. Also known as a market offer, these contracts can include extra conditional discounts and benefits. Check the T&Cs to make sure it's right for you.
- A standard retail contract. Also known as a standing offer, this is the default plan a retailer offers. You'll be automatically switched to one when your market offer expires. The rate on a standard offer cannot be higher than the maximum default market offer price set by the Australian Energy Regulator.
If you live outside of South East Queensland you'll be on a standard offer with Ergon Energy where prices are regulated by the Queensland Competition Authority.
Customers in South East Queensland who are on a residential time of use Tariff 6900 will be charged different rates based on the following times:
Timeframe Weekdays Weekends
Evening (Peak) 4pm to 9pm 4pm to 9pm
Overnight (Shoulder) 9pm to 9am 9pm to 9am
Day (Off-peak) 9am to 4pm 9am to 4pm
Based on Energex Network Tariff Guide 2022-2023
On a time-of-use tariff you'll be charged more during peak hours (when demand is highest), less during off-peak (lowest demand) and an average "shoulder rate" at all other times.
Residential customers in South East Queensland may be on 1 of 4 main tariff types:
- Residential Flat rate (Tariff 8400). On this tariff you'll pay a daily supply charge and then a flat rate for your usage at all times of the day.
- Residential Time of Use (Tariff 6900). On this tariff you'll pay a daily supply charge and then a different rate for your usage depending on the time of day.
- Residential Demand (Basic Tariff 3700 and Transitional Tariff 3900). This is only available to customers with smart meters. On this tariff you pay a lower daily supply charge, lower flat rate for your usage at all times of the day and a "demand charge". The demand charge is a premium charge based on the highest amount of energy you've used at one time (typically applied during summer).
- Controlled Load (Super Economy Tariff 9000 and Economy Tariff 9100). The economy tariff is a flat rate for your hot water system's usage. The super economy tariff is for a hot water storage system where electricity is only supplied to heat your hot water for part of the day (between 10pm and 7am).
If you're having trouble seeing which tariff you're on, call your energy provider for more information – they should be able to easily sort you out.

Timeframe	Weekdays	Weekends
Evening (Peak)	4pm to 9pm	4pm to 9pm
Overnight (Shoulder)	9pm to 9am	9pm to 9am
Day (Off-peak)	9am to 4pm	9am to 4pm

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Dylan Crismale

Dylan Crismale was a utilities writer at Finder. Prior to joining Finder he was at Twitter, 2SER, Vertigo Magazine and Central News.

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