Price changes from 1 July 2026
Residential electricity prices are expected to decrease from 1 July 2026. Here’s what’s changing and how to check what it means for your home.
Prices shown are draft only. We’ll update this page once the Queensland Competition Authority (QCA) release the final prices in early June.
What this means for you
- Draft household electricity prices are expected to go down from 1 July 2026
- Typical households may pay around $200 less a year.
These changes are based on median usage. Every home uses electricity differently, so actual savings will vary.
Want to see how your bill may change? Use the QCA’s bill estimator.
Looking for business prices? Find out about price changes for businesses.
Who sets electricity prices?
Electricity prices for regional Queensland are set each year by the Queensland Competition Authority (QCA).
These prices reflect the cost of supplying power across regional Queensland. We’re required by law to charge the prices set by the QCA.
Why prices are changing
The draft prices are lower because the cost of buying electricity on the wholesale market has fallen. That’s the electricity we buy on your behalf to supply your home.
How regional Queenslanders are supported
The Queensland Government subsidises the price of electricity for regional Queenslanders to ensure we're on par with other parts of the state, given the vast geographic distances to deliver electricity across regional and remote Queensland.
Draft price changes from 1 July 2026
Forecast change in annual bills for typical households
The changes below are based on median usage for each tariff.
To get a personalised estimate for your home, use the QCA’s bill estimator.
Tariff 11
If you're a typical home on Tariff 11 only, here’s what you may see:
- Annual bill decrease of 9.7%
- Around $212 less a year
- Based on annual usage of 4,748 kWh.
Your bill may look different if:
- Your usage is higher or lower
- You’re on more than one tariff (such as Tariff 11 + 33)
- Your solar feed‑in or rebates change.
Everyone’s home runs differently, so your numbers will be unique.
Economy tariffs
If you use an economy tariff for hot water or a pool pump, a typical household may see:
Tariff 31 – Large hot water systems
- Annual bill decrease of 9.2%
- Around $217 less a year.
Tariff 33 – Small hot water systems or pool pumps
- Annual bill decrease of 9.7%
- Around $232 less a year.
Solar feed-in tariff
The solar feed-in tariff is expected to decrease from 8.660 cents per kWh to 6.153 cents per kWh.
This reflects the lower daytime cost of electricity in the wholesale market.
Want to learn more?
To see how the QCA has calculated the draft prices, see their website:
Need a hand? We’ve got you. 🤝🏽
We know using electricity is a part of everyday life. Here’s some simple, practical ways to help keep your bills in check.
Take control with a smart meter and My Account
If you have a smart meter you can access smart features in My Account, putting more choice and control in your hands. With My Account and a smart meter you can:
- Check you’re on the best tariff
- Set up budget alerts
- Discover insights and savings opportunities
- Track exports if you have rooftop solar
- View your use and costs over two-hourly, daily, weekly, monthly and yearly periods.
Learn more about My Account and smart meters.
Save on your bill with our energy tips
Just a few small changes in how you use electricity at home can make a difference to your power bill. View our home and appliance energy tips.
Break up your bill
Direct Debit gives you the flexibility to pay weekly, fortnightly, monthly or quarterly. Log in our register for My Account today to set up Direct Debit.
Check available rebates
The Queensland Government offers electricity rebates for eligible pensioners, seniors, health care card holders and ImmiCard holders. To see if you're eligible, visit our rebates page.
Learn about other support options
If you’re finding it hard to pay your bills, you’re not alone. Visit our help made for you page to see all the support options we offer.