Cheapest Gas NSW

Natural gas is a great alternative or adjunct to electricity wherever it is available in NSW. Competitive pricing amongst energy providers allows customers to find the cheapest gas energy plans. Get started with a GoSwitch energy price comparison search for your home or small business.

What are the Electricity and Gas Networks in NSW?

Written by Clint Robinson, GoSwitch CEO
Published 12 September 20258 mins read

There are three electricity distribution companies in New South Wales: Ausgrid, Essential Energy, and Endeavour Energy. All three companies operate in similar ways, although tariffs (charges) may vary slightly. These distributors supply high voltage electricity to regional retailers who compete for local customers.

To connect with natural gas, you will need to contact the relevant network for your Sydney or NSW region, such as the Central Coast, Hunter, and Newcastle districts. Natural gas supply is not available in all regions, and not all premises can be connected. But wherever it is available, gas is competitively priced against electricity, with potential for cost-effective bundle electricity/gas deals.

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Compare Gas and Electricity Prices in NSW

Australian consumers expect a fair deal, so energy retailers respond with tempting deals below the market offer. And now it’s easy to switch energy plans with GoSwitch, Australia’s favourite energy price comparison service, where you get real-time access to the latest electricity and gas deals. Simply enter your postcode and a few general details about your household for the latest plans from leading gas providers.

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Gas and Electricity Plans Available in NSW

If you are relocating in NSW, QLD, VIC, SA, or Tasmania, GoSwitch can find highly regarded electricity providers and energy retailers in your area, with pricing accurately calculated by the GoSwitch comparison tool. Energy bills are a reality, and GoSwitch is here to help you reduce energy usage. A typical plan will include:

    • Contract term: Retailers offer discounts for locking into energy plans. However, some customers benefit from a plan with no lock-in contract.
    • Cooling off period: Electricity and gas NSW providers provide a 10-day cooling-off period in case you change your mind and want a refund.
    • Terms and conditions: The terms and conditions can vary, making a GoSwitch comparison the fast way to find a better contract.
    • Eligibility: This is particularly important for gas deals, as natural gas may not be available at your location. Enter your postcode with GoSwitch to find providers in your area.
    • Contract length: Australians move often, making open contracts that don’t include early exit fees an attractive proposition.
    • Contract incentives: Incentives offered include pay on time discounts, direct debit payment discounts, off-peak saver discounts, and more.
    • Contract updates: Make sure your energy retailer is contactable and provides regular updates about services and incentives.

Benefits of Combining Gas and Electricity

Around 20% of Australian homes have both electricity and gas appliances, so it makes sense to bundle your gas and electricity plan. Gas can provide instant hot water and targeted gas flame for personalised home heating and cooking solutions. In addition, with a bundle deal, all billing details are in one place for convenient reference.

Providers in NSW who offer both Gas and Electricity

As Australia’s most populated state, New South Wales customers have a lot of options when it comes to electricity, gas, and bundle gas or electricity deals. Favourite GoSwitch energy providers include AGL, Engie Energy, Energy Australia, Dodo, GloBird Energy, 1st Energy, and Blue NRG.

Energy Plans to Compare

GoSwitch takes the guesswork out of energy market comparisons. We investigate every possible energy usage cost-saving from retailers and distributors in your area. In only minutes, we provide you with all the information you need to find the cheapest gas plans and better electricity rates in NSW. Plus, our energy specialists are on hand to answer all your questions, and the GoSwitch service to you is 100% free.

NSW Gas and Electricity Tariffs Explained

Tariffs include daily supply charges from major electricity and gas distributors such as the Ausgrid Network, plus retailer usage charges for the power you use. Electricity consumption is usually measured by the kilowatt hour (kWh). Here are some energy plan tariffs worth investigating.

  • Supply charges
  • Single rate tariff 24/7
  • Time of use tariff for peak, shoulder, and off-peak energy usage
  • Controlled load tariff used for specific appliances
  • Solar feed-in tariffs for additional savings
  • Renewable energy initiatives
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Government Regulation of Prices

Australian governments regulate energy prices to maintain a stable energy market without dramatic electricity or gas price fluctuations. The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) oversees gas pricing in NSW, while The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) oversees wholesale electricity. This establishes a fair playing field for finding the cheapest gas and electricity from NSW retailers. The deregulated energy market in New South Wales and other Australian regions provides an opportunity for consumers to switch to a better deal with confidence and save on gas and electricity bills.

Gas and Electricity Meters – What You Need to Know

There are different ways residential and small business customers are charged for the gas or electricity. Usage rates can be calculated by different types of meters:

Accumulation meters: Also known as flat-rate meters. They keep track of total kWh electricity consumption or gas usage.

Interval meters: These meters record how much power is used every 30 minutes, with different charges for different times of the day.

Smart meters: Multifunctional devices that record energy consumption and communicate directly with a user app.

Save with Rebates and Concessions

You can  reduce energy bills by taking advantage of government rebates and concessions. Here are some available rebates for NSW customers.

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Save with Rebates and Concessions

Small savings add up over time, so it is worth finding out if you are eligible for government rebates or concessions for reducing energy bills. Here are some options.

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Different Types of Energy Plans

Electricity retailers are in the business of delivering enticing energy plans to NSW customers. GoSwitch helps you find energy rates to suit your lifestyle, with lots of potential for trimming electricity and gas bills. Our energy plan comparison engine examines the best plans of energy retailers in real-time. Here are some energy plan strategies worth considering for shaving dollars off the reference price.

  • Dual fuel with gas/electricity bundle deals
  • Green power for a carbon-neutral lifestyle
  • Bill smoothing to avoid price fluctuations
  • Time of use for taking advantage of off-peak prices
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Moving Home – What You Need to Know

First, you should find out if there is electricity, gas, or solar connected at your new residence. Bundle power and solar feedback options can be money savers. It’s also worth knowing if there is a smart meter installed at your new home. If you want to change electricity or gas plans, you will need to ensure all outstanding energy bills are paid. With proper coordination of services, you can have electricity and gas available at your new residence the moment you walk in the door.

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Zero Cost to Switch Plans

With GoSwitch, it won’t cost you anything to switch plans. We are in the business of saving you money, and our service to you is totally free. GoSwitch receives a commission from energy retailers and providers for the establishment of new contracts, so getting the best possible deal for new customers is our top priority.

How Soon Can I Switch Plans?

A GoSwitch comparison search takes only a few minutes to find attractive energy plans, including the cheapest gas options. We factor everything in, including GST. GoSwitch does the math and paperwork for you to make switching plans a breeze. You can switch plans whenever you are ready.

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How GoSwitch Can Help

The GoSwitch service covers Sydney, Newcastle, regional NSW, and other Australian states and territories. We can help you find the best energy prices below the standing offer in your area, and tailor a personalised plan that suits your household and lifestyle. We’re also the go-to service for customers relocating to a new home.

Our 100% free service can deliver substantial annual savings on gas and electricity bills. Use the GoSwitch price comparison search to tailor a better deal in a few simple steps.

  1. Enter your postcode
  2. Enter if you use solar panels for feed-in tariffs
  3. State your preference for electricity, gas, or a bundle electricity/gas deal
  4. Select your home or property type
  5. Make an energy usage profile for your household

GoSwitch works in real-time to find the best offers in your area. If you’re not satisfied with your current energy provider or deal, we can help. Finding top deals is easy with GoSwitch, Australia’s favourite energy price comparison service.

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FAQs

In a deregulated market, the field is always changing. New deal features and incentives make a price comparison search the smart solution, and GoSwitch will locate some of the cheapest gas deals from highly regarded NSW providers in real-time.

The competition is fierce, but names repeatedly at the top of the list include Energy Australia, Dodo, and AGL, with newer retailers such as 1st Energy, Blue NRG, and Ovo also offering highly competitive rates.

Electricity suppliers offer lots of incentives, so it’s not unusual for electricity suppliers to boast of cheapest rates. However, you will need to examine the basic plan information and contract details to establish if the deal is right for you.

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