Electricity retailers raise fixed charges to recoup costs after record highs in spot market - ABC News

Even energy-conscious consumers who have reduced their power usage are being slugged with higher bills thanks to rising fixed daily charges.

Natalie, from Tweed Heads in northern New South Wales, has cut her electricity usage to the bare minimum.  "I don't run a heater, I rug up I don't have a telly and I'm very careful about closing all… [+3781 chars]

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