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Average Electricity Bills In Sydney

Understanding the average costs associated with electricity bills in Sydney can be difficult as there are a lot of variables. This can make it hard to know if you are paying too much, or if there is more you can be doing to keep your bills down. The price of electricity across NSW varies due to a range of factors, including localised climate conditions, the presence of natural gas options, housing types such as apartments or stand-alone houses, and the nature of businesses in the area. For Sydney specifically, the average daily electricity cost is estimated to be around $4.70 for electricity volume, plus an additional 98 cents a day for usage charges​​. When comparing these averages to your own household energy bill, consider that the price of electricity per kWh and the usage charges will vary depending on the provider. The volume you consume is also heavily influenced by

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Getting The Job Done

It’s 2016 so there’s no reason to be surprised when you open your door to a female plumber or electrician. With skilled workers in traditional trades experiencing continued high demand, we’ve seen an upward trend in the number of female workers pursuing careers in traditionally ‘male-dominated industries’ such as plumbing and electrical. When it comes to Trades, there’s no reason for a gender divide. Service Today’s apprentice Nicole Monti says the only regret she has is that she wishes she’d made the career leap sooner. Getting The Job Done Whether your plumber or electrician in Sydney or across Australia is male or female really doesn’t make any difference.  We believe the skill of a terrific tradie lies in getting the job done quickly and effectively, not in brute force. Like all vocations, the talent of a trade-type brain starts with an analytical and strategic disposition; methodically finding your way to a solution. Perks

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Average Electricity Bills in Melbourne

While it can seem like the cost of living in and around Melbourne is becoming unbearable, there are still ways homeowners can reduce, use wisely and save. Managing the cost of household electricity is possible when you understand the average electricity bills in Melbourne and how the costs are set. When you can see where your money is going you can make better budgeting decisions and be selective about the providers and resources you align with. In Melbourne, the typical annual electricity expense for 2023 was approximately $1,290, which is notably lower than the national average. A big reason for this is Melbourne’s established network of gas connections for home heating and stove tops, giving residents a choice of what energy they’d prefer. State Average ¢ per kWh Annual cost TAS 26.67 $2044 ACT 26.56 $2004 SA 34.84 $1742 VIC 27.29 $1290 NSW 28.72 $1253 QLD 21.69 $1226 Data source Momentum

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Ceiling Fans: Sleep Saviours

With Spring just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about keeping cool in the warmer months. While there’s no simpler solution to a hot afternoon than a ceiling fan, they can also be your sleep saviour on a hot, breezeless night. We’re huge fans of fans, so we’ve put together some points to help you make the right decision when it comes to cooling down in Spring. Fantastically Small Footprint Ceiling fans present potentially the most environmentally-friendly way to cool you down. Your typical ceiling fan uses the same amount of energy as a 60 watt light bulb (or 800-lumen bulbs for those with energy-saving LED lighting). On top of this, ceiling fans give off no emissions, which means you can cool down knowing that you’re not harming the environment. If your house runs off solar panels, your ceiling fan footprint could be virtually zero. Quick And Easy

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Navigating the growth of Electric Vehicle Chargers

As the automotive landscape continues on its path towards sustainability, the surge in electric vehicle (EV) adoption has been nothing short of remarkable. At the core of this transition is the infrastructure supporting electric vehicles, particularly electric car chargers. According to recent insights from The Driven, the growth of electric car charges is set to double once again, marking a pivotal moment in our journey towards a greener future. In 2023, Australia saw the addition of 397 charging sites and 755 new charging points. However, projections indicate that this growth will accelerate in 2024, with plans for an additional 470 locations and a total of 900 new charging sites expected. This surge in infrastructure is critical as access to charging stations remains a top concern for Australians considering EV purchases. Embracing the momentum With projections indicating that access to electric vehicle chargers will double, now is the time for consumers

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Q&A with Brunswick Air Conditioning Specialist

Q&A with Service Today Home Air Conditioning Expert With over 20 years of experience working in the Brunswick area, Tony knows how to adjust the mercury so that you’re cosy in winter and cool in summer. This month, our customer service team unleashed the climate control challenge on one of our top heating/cooling specialists. We asked Tony for his top tips on getting the temperature just right in your home. What’s The Safest Way To Heat A House? There are lots of options when it comes to heating a house but by far the safest is a flued gas heating system; we call them Space Heaters. With gas heating, it’s important that they’re installed properly and flued so that the small amounts of carbon monoxide emitted are sent outside and out of harm’s way. A gas heater without the flue poses a potential threat to your family by not allowing for the

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