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September 29, 2025

Inflation spike sends warning signs as electricity bills surge

Inflation has hit a 12-month high, driven by a sharp jump in electricity costs as government rebates expire. Here’s what it means for households, SMEs, and big business.

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Energy market

September 18, 2025

Power price chaos: Why Australia’s energy market is costing businesses big

Australia’s energy market allows some of the highest wholesale price spikes in the world and businesses are paying the price. Discover how just a handful of hours can add up to major costs, and why expert support matters.

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Energy market

September 24, 2024

What happened in 2024 to impact Australian energy prices

Every year the energy market is reshaped by a mix of politics, weather, global supply chains, and renewables on the rise. 2024 was no exception. From coal prices and cold snaps to government price caps and green energy gains, we break down the big forces driving energy rates this year, and what they mean for your business 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 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

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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Energy market

May 3, 2023

The outlook for energy prices in 2023: Is Australia facing a crisis?

What can small business owners expect to pay for energy over the coming 12 months? What are the behind-the-scenes drivers of energy costs in Australia? Here’s our energy price outlook for 2023.

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