New ACMA Rules Reshape Mobile Coverage Maps — Telstra Loses 1 Million sq km
What changed on 30 June 2026 From today, every Australian mobile network operator must publish standardised coverage maps under new
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Two more energy retailers are exiting the market, bringing the number of casualties since the wholesale price shock up to nine.
'Default Offer' prices put a cap on what retailers can charge for their standing offers, plus set the benchmark for discounting. Here's everything you need to know
The Federal Government is funding $300 toward household energy bills in the 2024-25 financial year. Most households will receive quarterly rebates of $75 that will appear in the bills. Here’s everything you need to know.
Energy consumers get no rewards for staying loyal to their retailers. Over 80% of energy consumers are paying too much.
The ACCC has been running its Retail Energy Inquiry since 2018, but has only just discovered what Bill Hero has always known — energy retailers routinely charge their existing customers more than what they offer for new customers. You need to keep switching to stay on the best rates.
At Bill Hero HQ yesterday we were delighted to see ACCC Chair, Gina Cass-Gottlieb, announcing that ACCC is taking
Australia's energy regulator is taking a closer look at virtual power plants as big retailers snap up smaller operators. Here's what the ACCC's scrutiny means for your energy choices.
In welcome news for energy consumers, default offer prices are falling for the first time in years.
Retail energy prices in regional QLD will increase 28% from 1 July
Default electricity prices are getting a welcome shake-up in 2026-27, with the Australian Energy Regulator announcing meaningful price reductions across multiple states. If you're on a default offer or considering your options, these changes could put real money back in your pocket.
Electricity distribution networks are complicated. So are the games based on them.
Have you noticed that your electricity bill looks different? You're not the only one! New regulations have required every retailer to overhaul their bills in October 2023.
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