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Energy Locals Electricity Plans
Energy Locals is an Australian electricity retailer that promotes simple, transparent plans and local customer support. The retailer targets households and businesses that want straightforward pricing without heavy bundling, and it has grown a strong reputation for customer experience in competitive markets.
Estimated annual bills are based on the AER Default Market Offer reference price (or ESC Victorian Default Offer for VIC) and assume typical household usage. Actual bills vary by plan, usage, and location.
Key features
- Solar feed-in tariff: Varies by state & plan
- 3 plan types available
- Available in 6 states
Energy Locals electricity plan types
Energy Locals offers the following types of electricity plans in available states:
Energy Locals solar feed-in tariff
Energy Locals offers solar feed-in tariffs that vary by state, distributor zone, and plan. In NSW, rates are set by retailers (there is no regulated minimum). In Victoria, the ESC deregulated the minimum feed-in tariff from 1 July 2025, so retailer rates can be as low as 0c/kWh. Feed-in tariff rates change without notice, so always confirm the current rate directly with Energy Locals before switching.
Solar plans are available in: NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, ACT, TAS.
Energy Locals pros and cons
Pros
- Transparent, simple plan structures on many offers
- Australian-based support team
- Solar and GreenPower-style options on selected plans
- Broad eastern-state footprint including Tasmania on many offers
- Strong customer satisfaction scores in independent surveys
Cons
- Not available everywhere — check your address
- Challenger brand — fewer retail shopfronts than major retailers
- Rates still vary by distributor and plan
- Some plans may have conditions or exit terms — read the fact sheet
- Western Australia and Northern Territory coverage differs from the NEM
Where is Energy Locals available?
Energy Locals is available to residential electricity customers in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Australian Capital Territory, Tasmania. Coverage may vary by local distribution network within each state.
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Frequently asked questions about Energy Locals
Is Energy Locals Australian owned?
Energy Locals markets itself as an Australian team focused on fair pricing and service. Corporate structure can change over time — refer to Energy Locals’ website for current entity details.
Does Energy Locals offer GreenPower?
Many retailers offer accredited GreenPower or renewable matching on selected plans. Check Energy Locals’ current plan documents to see whether GreenPower is available and how it affects your rates.
Which states does Energy Locals service?
Energy Locals commonly operates across several NEM states and may offer electricity in Tasmania on selected plans. Use the retailer’s quote tool to confirm availability for your meter and address.
How do Energy Locals’ bills work?
Bills show usage (kWh), daily supply charges, network and environmental costs passed through where applicable, and any discounts or rebates. Compare your fact sheet to your first bill to ensure the rates match what you expected.
How can I contact Energy Locals?
Phone and online contact options are listed on energylocals.com.au and related Energy Locals retail sites. For outages, contact your local network business.
How we calculate these estimates
Rate and bill estimates shown here are benchmark figures based on AER and ESC reference data, not retail quotes.
Estimated costs can vary by usage, tariff type, retailer, distributor, and address. Both supply charges (the daily fixed cost of being connected) and usage rates (c/kWh) affect your total bill. Solar feed-in tariffs vary by retailer and plan. Always review plan details, fees, and conditions before switching.
Data sources
- AER Default Market Offer (DMO) reference pricing
- ESC Victorian Default Offer (VDO) benchmarks
- Distributor zone boundary data
- Published retailer plan information
These are indicative estimates only. Your actual bill depends on your specific plan, usage patterns, and applicable discounts. Read our full methodology.
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