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Mond Tuesday, 8 August 2006 SYKES – CHOICES AVAILABLE FOR GAS AND ELECTRICITY CONSUMERS The Essential Services Commission (ESC) is launching a campaign to educate Victorians about the choices available to consumers with their gas and electricity suppliers. The Nationals Member for Benalla, Bill Sykes reminds people that this choice has been available for some time but some people may not be aware of the choices or do not understand how to exercise that choice. Dr Sykes said, “There are ten different energy retailers operating in Victoria. The choices available now make it easier to make the right decision on who can supply your energy needs.” To choose a retailer for electricity and/or gas is relatively easy. There a number of steps which will help consumers decide which particular retailer to use. To work out how much you are currently paying, ring your retailer and ask for your billing history. Ring other retailers and ask what plans are available and ask for an ‘offer summary’ which will help you compare pricing plans. The ‘offer summary’ will help to work out how much you will pay over twelve months. Ask if there are any concessions, discounts or special offers and payment options as well. Dr Sykes concluded, “These choices will enable Victorians to more easily choose an energy plan that suits their needs. “More information can be obtained from the Essential Services Commission on (03) 9651 0222 or by visiting the ESC website at www.esc.vic.gov.au.” Victoria’s Energy suppliers contact details are:
Media contact: Bill Sykes (03) 5762 2100 or 0427 624 989 |
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