Electricity in NSW / Oz

[desreb]

Could someone remind me how the electricity market works in Australia?

 

I remember when I was last here a few years ago that in NSW there was typically the same rate quoted by many providers, and the only differentiator was a few percent off for dual fuel or direct debit.

 

Now, I’m seeing claims of 20-30% off for some providers, off some unseen rate, while others say “just low rates” and quote their own.

 

Also, how about smart meters. I think ours is dual-rate, but it seems hard to find dual rate tariffs quoted on these sites.

 

I did see the ServiceNSW ratefinder, but it needs a bill to analyse for our usage, which we don’t have as we’re moving into a new house.

 

Thanks!

 

 

Damo