Kate Lockyer

Kate Lockyer is a content producer for Canstar Blue’s Consumer team. She holds a Bachelor of Journalism from the University of Queensland and worked on content for a variety of organisations, including 4ZZZ and family social services. You can follow Kate on LinkedIn.





Powershop app review

Posted by March 19th 2025

Find out how the Powershop app can help you manage your energy account from your smartphone. Learn all about the app with Canstar Blue’s review.


snow on solar panels

How do solar panels work in winter?

Posted by March 12th 2025

KEY POINTS Solar panels will continue to generate energy as long as sunlight is available. Your solar system may be more efficient in cooler months, as the ideal temperature for panels is around 25°C. However, …


2025 Oscars

Where to watch the 2025 Oscars in Australia

Posted by February 25th 2025

The Oscars are fast approaching, but where can you watch the ceremony? Learn where to watch the 2025 Oscars in Australia with Canstar Blue.




How much does it cost to charge a laptop?

Posted by February 4th 2025

How much electricity does it take to charge a laptop and what does this cost? Canstar Blue breaks down the cost of charging different laptops.


How much power does a TV use?

How many watts does a TV use?

Posted by February 4th 2025

It is likely that many of us have never given much thought to what our latest Netflix binge-watching session could be adding to our electricity bills. Like most household appliances, televisions can actually be significant …