Katrina Hasdell

Katrina Hasdell is an Energy Content Producer at Canstar Blue, where she covers Australia’s retail energy market. Having written more than 100 energy-related articles for Canstar Blue, 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. You can follow Katrina on LinkedIn.


Electricity supply charge

Electricity supply charges: Costs per day

Posted by March 7th 2025

Canstar Blue explains what an electricity supply charge is, where you will find it on your bill, and what it’s likely to cost you.


What is a kWh?

What is a kWh?

Posted by January 24th 2025

In this article, Canstar Blue explains what a kilowatt hour (kWh) is and what to look out for on your power bill.




Single rate tariffs

What is a single rate tariff?

Posted by January 17th 2025

Find out what a single rate tariff is and if this type of energy tariff is right for you. Learn more with Canstar Blue.


Time varying feed in tariff

Time varying feed in tariffs explained

Posted by January 16th 2025

What is a time-varying solar feed in tariff and how does it compare to a single rate feed in tariff? Find out with Canstar Blue.


Light bulbs big and small

Small energy providers to look at in 2025

Posted by January 16th 2025

There are more Australian energy providers than the ‘big three’. In this article, Canstar Blue lists some of the smaller energy companies.


Why is my elec bill so high

Why is my electricity bill so high?

Posted by January 15th 2025

Are you wondering why your electricity bill is so high? It’s not as simple as you think. Find the answers with Canstar Blue.


Who is my electricity supplier

Who is my electricity supplier?

Posted by February 21st 2025

When you move house or take over an electricity account, you might wonder who your electricity supplier is. Canstar Blue is here to help.


NSW solar

Solar battery price: Is it worth the cost?

Posted by February 26th 2025

Is solar energy storage worth it? We crunch the numbers to see if you could save on your power bills by investing in a solar battery.