Katrina Hasdell

Katrina Hasdell is an Energy Content Producer at Canstar Blue, where she covers Australia’s retail energy market. Katrina is dedicated to providing consumers with easy-to-read information on their energy options so they can get better deals on electricity, solar power and more. She previously wrote content for Australia’s leading home services company, Pulse Home Services, while completing her BA in professional writing and publishing at Curtin University. When she's not working, you’ll find Katrina with her nose in a book or playing a story-fueled videogame. You can follow Katrina on LinkedIn.



Block tariff

What is a controlled load?

Posted by January 9th 2025

Controlled loads are a popular electricity tariff. But what is it and how much can it save you on electricity. Read more at Canstar Blue.


Block tariff

What is a block rate tariff?

Posted by January 8th 2025

What is a block rate tariff? How can it impact your energy bills? Find out everything you need to know about block rate tariffs at Canstar Blue.


Community solar garden

AGL solar review and guide

Posted by January 8th 2025

AGL is a behemoth energy company and market leader in Australia’s rooftop solar industry. But does it have the best solar deal for you?


Largest energy companies

Top 10 biggest energy companies in Australia

Posted by January 8th 2025

In this guide, we’ll break down what you need to know about the big energy companies in Australia, plus list other information that may help you find a deal best suited to your household’s power …


NSW Energy Rates

NSW energy rates explained

Posted by January 8th 2025

When it comes to signing up to an energy plan, most people don’t read the fine print. Spotting a good electricity rate is financially beneficial, as these charges will have the biggest impact on your …


Best solar feed-in tariffs

Best solar feed-in tariffs in Australia

Posted by January 8th 2025

A guide to finding the best deal on solar. Canstar Blue compares feed-in tariffs from Australia’s leading energy retailers.


Queensland Energy Rates

Queensland energy rates explained

Posted by January 8th 2025

Since retail electricity prices were deregulated in 2016, South East Queensland has experienced a surge in competition. With more than 20 energy retailers open for business in the Sunshine State, it’s no wonder Queenslanders aren’t …


Energy deregulation explained

Energy deregulation explained

Posted by January 8th 2025

Most Australian states have now deregulated their energy markets. Find out what deregulation is and what it means for you.


Which providers offer pay on time discounts

Pay on time energy discounts explained

Posted by January 8th 2025

After regulatory changes shook up the energy market on 1 July 2019, pay on time discounts decreased and became harder to find. This led to discount savings becoming more transparent for many customers, but that …