Farming tariffs
All of our farming tariffs are obsolete from 1 July 2021.
This means they can only be accessed by customers who had accessed the corresponding discontinued tariffs 62, 65, or 66 at any time between 1 July 2017 and 30 June 2020.
If you're using one or more of these tariffs for your operations, we're here to help you find alternatives that deliver you the best value.
Tariff 62A
This tariff is for farmers who use electricity at night and on weekends for irrigation, pumping, watering stock, heating piggeries, lighting hatcheries, dairy refrigeration or similar. It offers a cheaper rate after the first 10,000 kWh per month and for electricity supplied between 9pm and 7am. Not available in conjunction with Tariff 20. All rates include GST.
This tariff was made obsolete from 1 July 2021.
Peak period: 7am-9pm weekdays.
| From 1 July 2023 | COST |
|---|---|
| Peak usage first 10,000 kWh per month | $0.75930 |
| Peak usage remaining per kWh | $0.64418 |
| Off-peak usage per kWh | $0.27723 |
| Supply charge per day | $1.21315 |
Tariff 65A
This tariff offers a low rate for electricity used in a set 12 hour period. You can nominate the peak period start and finish times which suit you best. All rates include GST. Not available in conjunction with Tariff 20.
This tariff was made obsolete from 1 July 2021.
Peak options: 7am-7pm, 7.30am-7.30pm, or 8am-8pm, Mon-Sun.
| From 1 July 2023 | COST |
|---|---|
| Peak usage per kWh | $0.60658 |
| Off-peak usage per kWh | $0.34016 |
| Supply charge per day | $1.20875 |
Tariff 66A
This tariff is for those who use irrigation pumps over 7.5 kW capacity for long periods of time. You are charged for the amount of electricity you use plus a daily supply charge. All rates include GST. Not available in conjunction with Tariff 20.
This tariff was made obsolete from 1 July 2021.
| From 1 July 2023 | COST |
|---|---|
| Monthly charge first 7.5kW | $4.98300 |
| Monthly charge remaining kW | $15.04250 |
| All usage per kWh | $0.32376 |
| Supply charge per day | $2.66405 |
Changing your tariff
If you're a residential customer considering a tariff change, please call us on 13 10 46.
For business customers, please call us on 1300 135 210.
There may be additional costs associated with changing your tariffs that will vary depending on your individual circumstances. We can let you know more when you contact us to request a tariff change.