Monika Gudova

Monika Gudova is a freelance content writer and editor who has spent several years focused on energy topics, both at Canstar Blue and elsewhere in the comparison industry. With a Bachelor of Journalism and Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies from the University of Wollongong and experience in writing on a range of non-energy topics, Monika’s also well placed to know the most engaging ways to present in-depth information on electricity, gas and solar, while her personal investment in renewables and green energy mean that brings real passion to energy content. You can follow Monika on LinkedIn.


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Alinta Energy to ignite gas price competition in Queensland

Posted by December 4th 2024

Alinta Energy customers in south-east Queensland can expect to be contacted by the retailer in the coming weeks with an invite to switch their gas. Almost three years on from launching its first electricity offer in …


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Water Bills Explained

Posted by August 15th 2022

Whether you’re taking a shower or a sip, it can be easy to forget that water comes with a price tag. And while most Australians have been taught to conserve our most precious resource from …


Simply Energy AFL Plan Explained

Posted by March 11th 2022

THIS PRODUCT IS NO LONGER PUBLICLY AVAILABLE. PLEASE TREAT INFORMATION BELOW AS HISTORICAL ONLY. Simply Energy has kicked off summer with the introduction of a new energy plan called ‘Simply AFL’. Although this isn’t the …



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Solar panels for camping

Posted by August 26th 2024

Camping’s cool and all, but what if instead of disconnecting from technology and drinking warm beers, we could both charge our phones and keep the beverages frosty to boot? Unless you have the luxury option …



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Momentum Energy stung $900k for not applying concession discounts

Posted by June 2nd 2022

Victoria’s energy regulator has issued $900,000 in penalties to retailer Momentum Energy for overcharging customers on their power bills. This comes after the Essential Services Commission (ESC) found that the energy provider failed to apply relevant …


LED Light Bulbs Explained

Posted by December 3rd 2024

It may seem straightforward to some, but to others, the different types of lightbulbs available at your local Coles or Woolies can be a bit of a head-scratcher. LEDs have copped some praise over the …


Default price to slash Victorian energy bills

Posted by February 18th 2022

Thousands of Victorian households will see their power bills slashed from July thanks to the introduction of a new ‘default’ energy offer. Revealed by the state’s Essential Services Commission, the Victorian Default Offer will see customers on …


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Electric cars available in Australia

Posted by November 2nd 2023

With electric cars set to have their big moment in 2019, it’s time to figure out which EV is dishing the best value to Aussie drivers. Find prices and specs at Canstar Blue.