Electricity tariffs & prices 2012-13
From 1 July 2012, all notified tariffs for Queensland customers, set by the Queensland Competition Authority (QCA) and the Queensland Government have changed. For meter reads after 30 June 2012, the bill will be calculated pro rata based on the new tariff structures.
All of the prices below include the Federal Government's Carbon Price. For more information go to cleanenergyfuture.gov.au.
The prices and conditions listed below are to be used as a guide only and are subject to change. For more information on the best tariff for your electricity needs contact us on 13 10 46.
Tariff 11 Residential
This tariff is for general residential usage. It provides a continuous supply of electricity day and night for all light and power used in residential homes, flats and units. This tariff cannot be used in conjunction with Tariff 12 Residential Time of Use.
View Tariff 11 Residential factsheet (PDF 70.8 kb).
| Tariff 11 Residential pricing structure | GST inclusive Notified Price |
|---|---|
|
All consumption - cents per kWh |
25.378 |
|
Daily supply charge (service fee) - cents per day |
28.787 |
Tariff 12 Residential Time of Use
This tariff is also for general residential usage. It may be suitable for customers who use most of their electricity during off-peak times. Electricity is charged at a higher rate during the specified peak period and less during the specified off-peak and shoulder periods. Please check with Ergon Energy to see if it is suitable for your household before changing. This tariff cannot be used in conjunction with Tariff 11 Residential. It can be accessed by a small business customer providing it is in conjunction with a primary business tariff.
View Tariff 12 Residential Time of Use factsheet (PDF 69.9 kb).
| Tariff 12 Residential Time of Use pricing structure | GST inclusive Notified Price |
|---|---|
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Weekdays off peak (10pm-7am) - cents per kWh |
18.846 |
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Weekdays shoulder (7am-4pm), (8pm-10pm) - cents per kWh |
23.575 |
|
Weekdays peak (4pm-8pm) - cents per kWh |
38.415 |
|
Weekends off peak (10pm-7am) - cents per kWh |
18.846 |
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Weekends shoulder (7am-10pm) - cents per kWh |
23.575 |
|
Daily supply charge (service fee) - cents per day |
86.436 |
Tariff 31 Night Rate (Super Economy)
This is the cheapest tariff available for applicable electric hot water systems and other applicable connected equipment. This is because Ergon Energy supplies electricity when demand on the electricity network is low. Electricity is made available for a minimum of eight hours per day during time periods set at the discretion of Ergon Energy but usually between the hours of 10pm and 7am. This tariff is recommended for electric hot water systems that only need to reheat at night to meet the needs of your business throughout the day. The recommended minimum size of an electric hot water system on this tariff is 250 litres.
Please note, because the energy supply hours are restricted, it is important to make sure that your electric storage water heater is large enough to meet the needs of your business.
| Tariff 31 Night Rate (Super Economy) Pricing structure | GST inclusive Notified Price |
|---|---|
|
All consumption - cents per kWh |
12.110 |
Tariff 33 Controlled Supply (Economy)
This tariff is available at a reduced rate for applicable hot water systems (including solar, electric and heat pump) and other applicable permanently connected equipment. Electricity is made available for a minimum of 18 hours per day during time periods set at the discretion of Ergon Energy. This tariff is recommended for hot water systems and other appliances that do not require electricity all day.
Please note that because the energy supply hours are restricted, it is important to make sure that your electric storage water heater is large enough to meet the needs of your business.
| Tariff 33 Controlled Supply (Economy) pricing structure | GST inclusive Notified Price |
|---|---|
|
All consumption - cents per kWh |
17.155 |
Tariff 62 Farm Time of Use (Obsolescent)
This tariff is obsolescent and no new customers will be supplied under this tariff. This tariff is applicable to Farming customers with a good deal of night and weekend electricity usage e.g. irrigation, stock watering, pumping, piggery heating, dairy refrigeration, hatchery lighting or similar. This tariff cannot be used in conjunction with Tariff 20, 21, 22, or 63.
| Tariff 62 Farm Time of Use (Obsolescent) pricing structure | GST inclusive Notified Price |
|---|---|
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Weekdays peak (7am-9pm) first 10,000kWh per month - cents per kWh |
35.828 |
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Weekdays peak (7am-9pm) remaining kWh per month - cents per kWh |
30.298 |
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Other times - cents per kWh |
12.669 |
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Daily supply charge (service fee) - cents per day |
60.425 |
Tariff 63 Farm Time of Use (Obsolescent)
This tariff is obsolescent and no new customers will be supplied under this tariff. This tariff is applicable to Farming customers with a good deal of night and weekend electricity usage. Under this tariff the required minimum annual consumption at 'other times' is 3,000kWh. This tariff cannot be used in conjunction with Tariff 20, 21, 22, or 62.
| Tariff 63 Farm Time of Use (Obsolescent) pricing structure | GST inclusive Notified Price |
|---|---|
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Weekdays peak (7am-9pm) first 100kWh per month - cents per kWh |
69.340 |
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Weekdays peak (7am-9pm) next 9,900kWh per month - cents per kWh |
42.438 |
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Weekdays peak (7am-9pm) remaining kWh per month - cents per kWh |
33.238 |
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Other times - cents per kWh |
14.626 |
Tariff 64 Irrigation Time of Use (Obsolescent)
This tariff is obsolescent and no new customers will be supplied under this tariff. This tariff is for electricity used in a fixed 12 hour daily pricing period as agreed between Ergon Energy and the customer (from the range 7am to 7pm; 7.30am to 7.30pm; or 8am to 8pm) Monday to Sunday inclusive.
| Tariff 64 Irrigation Time of Use (Obsolescent) pricing structure | GST inclusive Notified Price |
|---|---|
|
High rate - cents per kWh |
33.871 |
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Low rate - cents per kWh |
18.599 |
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Minimum charge per day - cents per day |
58.980 |
Tariff 65 Irrigation Time of Use (Obsolescent)
This tariff is obsolescent and no new customers will be supplied under this tariff. This tariff is for electricity used in a fixed 12 hour daily pricing period as agreed between Ergon Energy and the customer (from the range 7am to 7pm; 7.30am to 7.30pm; or 8am to 8pm) Monday to Sunday inclusive.
| Tariff 65 Irrigation Time of Use (Obsolescent) Pricing structure | GST inclusive Notified Price |
|---|---|
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High rate - cents per kWh |
28.580 |
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Low rate - cents per kWh |
15.742 |
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Daily supply charge (service fee) - cents per day |
60.425 |
Handy hot water sizing tables
These tables can be used to help you determine the minimum tank size required for connecting your hot water system to Tariff 31 or 33.
Simply inspect your electric storage water heater to check the tank size (litre capacity) then select the most suitable tariff based on your system type and the number of people in your home.
Super Economy Tariff 31
| Household size | Electric storage |
|---|---|
| 1 - 3 people |
250L |
| 3 - 5 people |
315L |
| 4 - 6 people |
400L |
| 6 - 8 people |
400L |
Ecomony Tariff 33
| Household size | Electric storage | heat pump | Solar hot water |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 - 3 people |
125 L |
270 L |
160 L |
|
3 - 5 people |
160 L |
270 L |
300 L |
|
4 - 6 people |
250 L |
270 L |
440 L |
|
6 - 8 people |
315 L |
340 L |
440 L |
Additionally, where the heating element or rated electrical input for the hot water system is greater than 1,800 watts, the system must not exceed the following ratios:
Electric storage systems:
- 13.5 watts per litre for heat exchange systems
- 15.5 watts per litre for other systems
Solar hot water and heat pump systems:
- 13.5 watts per litre
Tariff 66 Irrigation (Obsolescent)
This tariff is obsolescent and no new customers will be supplied under this tariff. This tariff is most suited for irrigation pumps of over 7.5kW, which are used for long hours. It has a service fee, a fixed annual charge based on the size of motors installed and a flat rate for each unit of metered electricity.
| Tariff 66 Irrigation (Obsolescent) pricing structure | GST inclusive Notified Price |
|---|---|
|
All consumption - cents per kWh |
14.980 |
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Annual fixed charge first 7.5kW, rate per kW - dollars |
$29.052 |
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Annual fixed charge remaining kW, rate per kW - dollars |
$87.350 |
|
Daily supply charge (service fee) - cents per day |
133.175 |
Some frequently asked questions
- How are our electricity charges calculated?
- Do Ergon Energy customers receive an electricity subsidy from the Queensland Government?
- Why are there different tariffs?
- What is a Time of Use tariff?
- What should I connect to Tariff 33?
- Why am I charged a minimum monthly payment or service fee?
- Am I eligible for a Queensland Government Electricity Rebate?
- Am I eligible for the NSW Medical Energy Rebate?
- Is there a renewable energy alternative?
- What is Full Retail Competition and what does it mean?
- What are the easiest ways to pay my account?
How are our electricity charges calculated?
Your electricity charges are based upon notified prices stipulated in the Tariff Schedule set by the QCA. The exact number of days included in a specific account is stated on the bill. The charges for electricity shall be calculated pro rata based on the number of days specified in your bill.
Do Ergon Energy customers receive an electricity subsidy from the Queensland Government?
Ergon Energy receives a Community Service Obligation payment from the Queensland Government to ensure electricity is affordable for regional Queenslanders. The total payment is estimated to be over $400 million in the 2011/12 financial year.
Why are there different tariffs?
All premises have electricity connected to a range of appliances with different usage patterns, some of which can be aligned to periods where discounted rates can be offered. A range of tariffs are available to provide customers with an option to choose the most appropriate tariff to reduce their electricity bill.
What is a Time of Use tariff?
Time of Use tariffs allow customers some flexibility to choose when they use electricity. Electricity consumed in the Low Rate period will be cheaper than electricity consumed in the High Rate period. When choosing a Time of Use tariff, customers need to consider the time and application of power usage in order to achieve the lowest cost option.
What should I connect to Tariff 33?
The recommended applications for the Economy Plan Tariff 33 are applicable electric storage water heating systems and heat banks, provided they are permanently connected. Swimming pool filters used only for the purposes of filtration and associated sanitation in domestic installations may be connected by a socket-outlet.
Read the Queensland Government fact sheet to find out more information about connecting pool pumps to Tariff 33. However, please be aware that supply under this tariff is limited to a minimum of 18 hours per day at times which are at the discretion of Ergon Energy.
Why am I charged a minimum monthly payment or service fee?
A minimum monthly payment or service fee is charged to cover the cost of maintaining your electricity supply, the provision of equipment and general administration.
Am I eligible for a Queensland Government Electricity Rebate?
A Queensland Government Electricity Rebate is available to customers who meet eligibility criteria. This rebate applies to the principal place of residence.
Am I eligible for the NSW Medical Energy Rebate?
The NSW Government provides a Medical Energy Rebate to customers who meet eligibility criteria. To apply for the Medical Energy Rebate you will need to complete and submit an application form to your Retailer.
Is there a renewable energy alternative?
Yes, Ergon Energy offers a renewable energy alternative called Clean Energy. Clean Energy is sourced from renewable energy sources such as wind, hydro and biomass.
What is Full Retail Competition and what does it mean?
Full Retail Competition (FRC) came into effect on 1 July 2007. This means you may receive an offer of a market contract from other retailers. Most customers will have two choices. You can choose to do nothing and stay with Ergon Energy as your retailer. We will continue to supply electricity to you at the notified prices set by the QCA and you will receive the same great level of service. Or you can receive or seek offers of market contracts from other retailers.
What are the easiest ways to pay my account?
View our different payment options available for paying your Ergon Energy account and choose the one that suits you.
