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8000 FiftyUps join new energy campaign in first 24 hours

8000 FiftyUps join new energy campaign in first 24 hours

Our new people power campaign has seen over 8000 people and small businesses join in its first 24 hours; representing over $14,400,000 in combined electricity-bill buying power. The Power Up & Save campaign aims to aggregate 30,000 individuals and small businesses in a bid to use their combined buying power to unlock big discounts on electricity and gas. Our campaign was launched at Sou... read more>
Analysis reveals some silver linings in power price hikes

Analysis reveals some silver linings in power price hikes

A new analysis reveals some silver linings in the recent July 1 power price hikes, with retailers also raising solar feed-in tariffs. The FiftyUp Club asked our energy analyst to look at what has changed in the electricity market since July 1. Not surprisingly, they found big price hikes of up to 20% - driven by the rising cost of wholesale energy. But because wholesalers are charging mor... read more>
Bankers crunch the numbers on July 1 Power Price hikes

Bankers crunch the numbers on July 1 Power Price hikes

All the headlines said power bills were rising by as much as 20% on July 1, but a bunch of financial analysts have dug a bit deeper to reveal the real story.  While tariffs are up, so are discounts – and this means there’s never been a more important time to compare what you’re on. (As a FiftyUp Club member, you can do that right here by checking out the latest special offers for members.... read more>
50 ways to save on power bills for the Over-50s

50 ways to save on power bills for the Over-50s

Every dollar counts for Australians faced with skyrocketing power bills, so it’s vital to have your home running as efficiently as possible.  Stuck for ideas on how to save? Never fear, The FiftyUp Club has chosen 50 great ideas to help you keep your power usage - and electricity charges down without having to go cold this winter.  1. Join the FiftyUp Club! We've unlocked new, group-disco... read more>
Power Prices causing vulnerable Aussies to skip vital meals, health treatments

Power Prices causing vulnerable Aussies to skip vital meals, health treatments

As we brace for a July 1 energy price hike that could see bills rise by 20% or more, the NSW Council of Social Service has released a new report showing that some households have been pushed to breaking point by high electricity bills.  Click here to see if you can save by switching to one of the Club’s special offers for the Over-50s The report was based on a survey of 440 people living ... read more>