Katrina Hasdell

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.


Rebate

Electricity rebates and concessions in Australia

Posted by July 30th 2024

Energy rebates are offered in every Australian state and territory, and while thousands are eligible for these concessions, only a fraction of people utilise them. If you’re struggling with the price of electricity, then consider whether …


Which provider has the best energy app?

Posted by May 29th 2024

These days, there's an app for everything, including monitoring and managing your energy account. In a competitive market, an app can provide that special quality to help separate one retailer from the next, especially for …


Choosing electricity

How to choose an electricity provider

Posted by May 16th 2024

You should take multiple factors into account when making your choice of electricity provider, including service, renewable energy and price.


Solar Panels

What is the sun tax?

Posted by May 23rd 2024

The 'sun tax' has been subject to much controversy around how it will change the current crediting system for rooftop solar exports. But just how much of an impact will the sun tax have on …


Sydney Harbour

Electricity distributors in NSW

Posted by June 7th 2024

Electricity distributors maintain the electricity network to deliver power to your home and business. Canstar Blue discusses Ausgrid, Endeavour and Essential Energy.


Victoria

Electricity Distributors in Victoria

Posted by June 5th 2024

This article explains the role of each of the five electricity distributors in Victoria, as well as any relevant information about the company. We’ll also cover the basics of what a distributor is responsible for, …


What is a solar feed-in tariff?

Posted by April 12th 2024

Solar feed-in tariffs, FiTs and buyback rates. What are they and how can you sign up? Canstar Blue explains everything you need to know about feed-in tariffs.