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Understanding Your Energy Bill

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If you’re like most everyday Aussies and you find your energy bills are somewhat confusing, here are a few handy definitions to keep in mind when deciding whether your plan is a good one or an indication you need to shop around.

STANDING OFFER: This is the basic offer for electricity and gas, without any discount applied. If you never shop around, this is the plan you will automatically be given.how to understand your energy bill

MARKET OFFER: This is an offer with other features such as a discount, fixed charges or frequent flyer points.

DAILY SUPPLY CHARGE: This is a fixed charge to get electricity to your home EVEN IF YOU DO NOT USE ANY.

USAGE CHARGE: This is a charge based on how much electricity or gas you actually use.

DISCOUNT: This is the amount you can save off the rates by shopping around among the providers and paying your bill on time. Most discounts only apply to the Usage Charge, but some apply to BOTH the Usage and Daily Supply Charges.

EXIT FEE: This is a fee you pay for leaving your provider (also called a termination fee). These fees vary based on what is left on your contract.

Still have questions? Read more at Your Energy Savings from the Australian Government

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Michael
Michael from QLD commented:

Hey guys, Sounds like the fifty club has a vested interest in the click energy company.There has not been one positive comment about this energy provider and yet they still recommend it. Why is this so.....as julius sumner miller would say 

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FiftyUp Club replied to Michael:

Hi Michael, Click Energy provided offers for FiftyUp Club, however, our offer providers do change. 

Robert
Robert from QLD commented:

Shame on you Fifty Up club - Click Energy was a WROUGHT. Bob Queensland 

Beverly
Beverly from NSW commented:

Hard to do the homework until the bill comes in! Click Energy promise a lot but give nothing, I was stung badly by this company and will never EVER give them a tick of confidence....Buyer beware!! 

Someone
Someone from NSW commented:

Hear Hear- I was astounded by the glib response to the criticism ... SHAME 50 Up Club - you are not listening !! 

Garry
Garry from NSW commented:

Click energy try hard to put your account into credit by wanting you to pay more each month - this is then their excuse to NOT pay any discounts to you. This commenced about last March. I have definitely given this less than honest company - the Flick! I now would not trust any recommendations form Fifty Up Club 

sinikka
sinikka from NSW replied to Garry:

Gary you are so right I agree with everything you said I join Click Energy because of Fifty Up Club .I also gave them the Flick . 

Garry
Garry from NSW commented:

Click energy try hard to put your account into credit by wanting you to pay more each month - this is then their excuse to NOT pay any discounts to you. This commenced about last March. I have definitely given this less than honest company - the Flick! I now would not trust any recommendations form Fifty Up Club 

Arnold
Arnold from NSW commented:

I was told there was no exit fee or exit charge to cancel agreement fifty up deal Arnold 

Keith
Keith from NSW commented:

I am amazed that you continue to promote Click as a “recommended” energy supplier. I’ve done my own research and also read the negative comments on your website from others. Sadly most people do not look at the big picture and only look at the advertised “discount”, which is deliberately deceptive. Shame on you and 2GB for supporting them, but I guess the revenue you receive for their advertising is more important than your concern for members. 

sinikka
sinikka from NSW replied to Keith:

YOU are so right I gave Click the Flick 

Robert
Robert from VIC commented:

One of the main points that is not mentioned in "Understanding your Energy Bill" is the Power Company Tariff Rate which differs from company to company. If you do not have that rate, you can not compare true discount value and these rates are not easy to find. I also find that I am better staying where I am. Rob, Victoria 

Michael
Michael from NSW commented:

When i calculated my current energy rates against Click it was better to stay where i was. Also , i had read too many poor reviews about Click 

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