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March 31, 2025

147,000 small Australian businesses still overpaying for energy on Standing Offers

Save your business money by switching from a Standing Offer to a Market Offer. With over 147,000 businesses still on costly Standing Offers, you could be paying more than you need to. Zembl's Energy Experts can help you lower energy costs and gain financial control, get a quick bill comparison today.

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Energy market

March 14, 2025

Electricity price hikes in July? Here's everything you need to know - DMO & VDO

Energy prices can be confusing, but staying informed is key. Learn about the latest 2025-26 Default Market Offer (DMO) updates and how they may affect households and businesses. See why early action might be the best way to save on your bills.

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Energy education

September 10, 2024

Why your energy bill may have increased despite falling default rates

Heard the news about falling DMO and VDO rates but still seeing your energy bill climb? You’re not imagining things. While default rates have dropped, many Aussies on market plans are paying more thanks to rising network, distribution, and policy costs hidden in your bill. In this article, we unpack why your bill might be going up, and how you can take back control.

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Energy education

July 3, 2024

Everything small businesses need to know about energy price change letters

Recently, energy retailers across Australia have been notifying customers of rate changes through official letters via post or email. In this article, we'll break down what these letters mean, how they affect your business, and the steps you can take to ensure you're getting the best deal.

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Energy market

May 27, 2024

DMO and VDO energy rates confirmed for 1 July: What does it look like for businesses?

The regulators have spoken: DMO and VDO rates for 2024–25 are in, with small businesses set to see bills drop by up to 9% in some regions. But here’s the catch: over 152,000 Aussie businesses are still stuck on default rates, paying more than they should. In this article, we break down the changes and share how to make sure your business doesn’t miss out on competitive deals.

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Energy market

April 15, 2024

150,000 small Aussie businesses still paying default market energy rates

More than 150,000 Aussie small businesses are still stuck on default energy rates, paying up to 30% more than they should. That’s money straight off the bottom line. At Zembl, we make it simple to check if you’re overpaying. In fact, in 2023 we helped SMEs save an average of $1,873 a year on their bills. Here’s why default rates are costing businesses big, and how a quick comparison can put that money back in your pocket.

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Energy market

March 19, 2024

Breaking News: DMO and VDO predictions point to a mixed bag for energy prices

After two years of surging retail energy prices, the 1 July Default Market Offer (DMO) and Victorian Default Offer (VDO) reset is finally pointing to some relief, but not for everyone. Small businesses in some regions could see bills drop by up to 9.7%, while others may face small increases. In this article, we unpack what the draft reset really means, why costs aren’t falling across the board, and how to keep your business on competitive rates regardless of market swings.

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