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Compare every part of your energy bill

Four ways into the Australian energy market. Pick the one that matches what you are trying to sort out today.

Electricity

Compare electricity plans, understand rates and the reference price, and find a cheaper deal as the 2026-27 caps take effect from 1 July 2026.

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Gas

Compare natural gas and LPG plans, see average bills and learn how gas pricing works where you live.

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Solar & battery

Work out panels, feed-in tariffs, batteries and rebates, and whether solar pays off for your roof.

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Providers

Read independent reviews of AGL, Origin, EnergyAustralia, Red Energy and 40+ other retailers.

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Energy by state

Rules and prices change at every border

Some states are fully deregulated, others are not. Choose yours to see who supplies your energy, the rebates you can claim and how to compare plans where you live.

NSW New South Wales Plans & rebates VIC Victoria Plans & rebates QLD Queensland Plans & rebates SA South Australia Plans & rebates WA Western Australia Plans & rebates TAS Tasmania Plans & rebates ACT Canberra / ACT Plans & rebates NT Northern Territory Plans & rebates

Plain-language guides

Understand and cut your bill

Switching providers

How to change energy providers in Australia, step by step, and what happens to your supply.

Understanding your bill

Average electricity and gas bills, what drives the cost, and practical ways to bring it down.

Green & renewable energy

GreenPower, wind, hydro and green gas, and how to choose a cleaner plan without overpaying.

Independent comparison

Ready to compare energy plans?

Compare 40+ electricity and gas retailers against the 2026-27 reference price for your area, and switch in minutes. Selectra's guides are free, independent and impartial.

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