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Residents of South East Queensland have a choice between 22 companies to choose a cheap energy plan. This region stretches from Coolangatta in the south to Gympie in the north and as far west as Toowoomba.
Outside of this region, you're restricted to a handful of plans from Ergon Energy.
Who is the cheapest electricity and gas provider in QLD?
The cheapest energy provider may not always be the best energy provider in QLD, but sometimes all you want is a low costing plan.
Cheapest electricity in QLD
AGL and Origin currently offer the cheapest electricity plans in Queensland followed by Alinta Energy and EnergyAustralia.
- Good to know: We've included EnergyAustralia and Origin Energy's fixed-rate plans in the table as you can lock in prices for 12 months to avoid rate changes.
Providers | Average Annual Electricity | Rates | Compare prices |
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Origin Flexi ![]() |
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Alinta Energy Home
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EnergyAustralia FlexiPlan
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Alinta Energy Sports
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Red Living Energy ![]() |
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AGL Flexible Saver ![]() | See your rates | ||
Origin Go ![]() |
See your rates |
Cheapest gas in QLD
Alinta Energy currently offers the cheapest gas plans in Queensland followed by AGL and Origin Energy.
Providers | Average Annual Gas | Rates | Compare prices |
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Alinta Energy Home
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Alinta Energy Sports
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AGL Value Saver ![]() | See your rates | ||
AGL Flexible Saver ![]() | See your rates | ||
Origin Flexi Rate ePlus ![]() |
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Red Energy Living ![]() |
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Origin Go ![]() |
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Compare all energy providers in QLD
We've pulled prices from all the major energy providers in QLD so you can get an estimate on how cheap your bill could be with each company. We did this using the average usage rate of 5365.5kWh per household and using 4000 as the postcode.
Is electricity or gas cheaper in QLD?
The research we’ve conducted shows that the average quarterly power bills in QLD are $310, while gas bills tend to be around $165 over the same period.
While gas bills are definitely cheaper, your bills will depend upon your usage, the appliances you use and your house’s design.
See our guide on gas vs electricity to learn more.
Average annual power bill per state
Average annual gas bill per state
How much can I save by switching energy plans?
There are 2 common situations where you stand to save money by switching:
- You’re on a standing offer. If you’ve been on your plan for more than a year or have recently moved house, there’s a chance you’re on a standing offer. Recent research suggests you can save between $180 and $300 a year by switching to a market offer.
- You haven’t switched recently. If you’re on a market offer, there’s still a decent chance that something cheaper is out on the market since your last comparison. Switching to the latest deals can help you save.
Regardless of your contract or plan, start comparing to see what savings can be made.
Do I qualify for any energy rebates available in QLD?
Energy rebates are either a flat sum or a percentage of your energy bill.
To claim a rebate, you'll need to satisfy particular eligibility requirements, which usually includes holding a valid concession card.
Here's a summary of the rebates that are available in Queensland.
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.
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Ask an Expert
I am moving to Dalby Qld in July. Will be a brand new account for electricity. Any advice on electricity provider’s here.
I will opt for off peak hot water.
Any advice on where to start before will be much appreciated. Thanks in advance. Cheers V.
Hi Veronica,
Thanks for your question.
You may refer to our list of electricity and gas providers in Queensland. To help you decide, Finder designed our comparison table in a way that it’s easier for you to compare options by highlighting critical product details like features, customer service rating, etc. You can click on ‘View details’ to see the pros and cons per provider. You can click on ‘More info’ to be rerouted to our review page to check the details about the provider and cost.
Once you are ready to sign up, you can click on the ‘Go to site’ button (if available) to be securely redirected to the provider’s website. Or hit on the ‘Enquire now’ button (if available) to have an electricity wizard contact you to discuss your options. You simply need to provide your name, contact details, property type, and postcode then make sure you read and understand the terms and conditions before clicking on the green ‘Enquire now’ button.
As a gentle reminder, always check the provider’s website and the plan T&Cs before entering into any energy plan for certain restrictions, limitations, fees, and exclusions that apply.
Hope this helps.
Cheers,
May
Please ,can you tell me the best (cheapest) retailer in the Brisbane area for average use in a domestic situation.Thank You.
Hi Willie,
Thanks for your question.
Unfortunately, we are unable to tell whose the best or cheapest retailer in your area because pricing depends on many factors including energy features and consumption. An energy broker may be able to assist you in choosing the right provider for your needs. They can compare your energy use, your location, and various retailers to pair your house with the ideal retailer and plan.
You can reach out to an energy broker to learn more and get the help you need to explore your options.
Cheers,
Anndy
Hello with my current power plan I receive 10% off usage fee discount and our recent bill was about $ 200 quarterly
and Gas we receive 7% off usage discount at the moment and we pay about $140 quarterly
Do you have any better deal?
Thanks
Rad
Hi Rad,
Thanks for contacting us.
Just to confirm we are finder.com.au – a comparison site and provide general advice only. If you would like to find out more, you can fill out the form on this page and a representative will be in contact.
Regards,
Clarizza