Fees & Charges

Residential and Small Business (Market Offer customers only)

Residential and Small Business

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We're introducing some new fees which may apply to you, depending on how you receive and pay your bill.

Adding these means we can continue to deliver the reliable service you expect from us. We know every dollar counts, so we've also included simple ways you can avoid these fees below.

Paying your bill

Late payment fee

If a bill isn't paid by the due date, a late payment fee of $12.00 (not subject to GST) will apply.

The easiest way to avoid this fee is by setting up direct debit, so your bill is paid automatically, on time, every time.

Worried about seasonal changes to your bill? You can also set up SmoothPay, so you're paying smaller amounts more frequently.

Payment Support

If you need any payment support, we've a range of different payment options and assistance programs to help you. For more information visit Payment Support.

Receiving your bill

Paper bill fee

If you receive your bill by post, a paper bill fee of $1.95 (incl. GST) will apply.

You can avoid this charge by switching to electronic (paperless) billing, which is fast and secure. Log into MyAccount, select 'Settings' and navigate to 'Billing preferences' to update your bill delivery method to 'email'.

Paying your bill

Over the counter payment fee

A $3.40 fee (incl. GST) applies if you choose to pay your bill in person at Australia Post.

Avoid this fee with one of our quick and easy online payment options or set and forget with direct debit.

You can avoid this fee by setting up direct debit from a nominated bank account or paying by credit card.

Payment Support

If you need any payment support, we've a range of different payment options and assistance programs to help you. For more information visit Payment Support.

Receiving your bill

Paper bill fee

If you receive your bill by post, a paper bill fee of $1.95 (incl. GST) will apply.

You can avoid this charge by switching to electronic (paperless) billing, which is fast and secure. Log into MyAccount, select 'Settings' and navigate to 'Billing preferences' to update your bill delivery method to 'email'.

Paying your bill

Over the counter payment fee

A $3.40 fee (incl. GST) applies if you choose to pay your bill in person at Australia Post.

Avoid this fee with one of our quick and easy online payment options or set and forget with direct debit.

You can avoid this fee by setting up direct debit from a nominated bank account or paying by credit card.

Late payment fee

If a bill isn't paid by the due date, a late payment fee of $12.00 (not subject to GST) will apply.

The easiest way to avoid this fee is by setting up direct debit, so your bill is paid automatically, on time, every time.

Worried about seasonal changes to your bill? You can also set up SmoothPay, so you're paying smaller amounts more frequently.

Payment Support

If you need any payment support, we've a range of different payment options and assistance programs to help you. For more information visit Payment Support.

Fees effective 1 September 2026

Fee Summary Table

Fee TypeGST exclusiveGST inclusive

Late payment fee#

A fee to cover the cost associated with late payment. This fee will appear in the next bill after payment.

$12.00N/A
Credit card fees (incl. AMEX)00
Exit fee00
Important Information

# Late payment fee: The late payment fee is not subject to GST and is charged on a per-bill basis.

Some of these fees may not apply in certain circumstances. You can check your bill for the fees that apply to you.

Fees effective 1 July 2025

AusgridFee (Inc. GST) $
Move In (Power On)16.50
Move Out (Final Read)16.50
Reconnection (Power Off-Re-energisation Required)118.16
After Hours Reconnection162.73
Disconnection231.79
Vacant Site59.17
Special Read16.50
Wasted Visit16.50

 

EssentialFee (Inc. GST) $
Move In (Power On)41.34
Move Out (Final Read)41.34
Reconnection (Power Off-Re-energisation Required)88.51
Disconnection96.98
After Hours Reconnection224.04
Special Read41.34
Wasted Visit41.34

 

EndeavourFee (Inc. GST) $
Move In (Power On)63.69
Move Out (Final Read)63.69
Reconnection (Power Off-Re-energisation Required)126.29
Disconnection126.29
After Hours Reconnection357.81
Special meter Read53.90
Wasted Visit - No Access273.89

Fees effective 1 July 2025

Jemena (Gas)Fee (Inc. GST) $
Special Read - Move in18.70
Special Read - Move out18.70
Reconnection129.80
Disconnection92.40
Wasted Visit - Reconnection129.80
Wasted Visit - Disconnection50.60
Wasted Visit - Special Read18.70

 

AusgridBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $After Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Connection - Allocate NMI 78.71-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Initial site visit - no access203.97-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Simple (up to nine) complete - excluding initial site visit364.97-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - no access 2nd visit566.75-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Complex (more than nine)802.01-

 

Endeavour EnergyBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $After Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Connection - Allocate NMI - Per NMI 44.58-
New Connection - Unsuccessful NMI allocation11.15-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Initial site visit - no access273.89-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Notification Only - Initial Assessment420.66-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Completed812.08-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Unable To Complete567.44-

 

Essential EnergyBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $After Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Connection - Allocate NMI 102.75-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Initial Visit579.84-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Late Cancellation662.86-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Initial Visit (Overtime)772.35-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Isolation Complete (Normal Time)496.84-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Isolation Complete (Overtime)675.59-
Temporary Isolation Group Metering - Early Cancellation67.42-
Service ProviderDescriptionFee (incl GST) $
Meter ProviderElectricity Meter Alteration - this fee applies when requesting any alteration work (service/request type e.g. meter reseal, relocate meter position, move meter, remove control load, install control load, upgrade meter).

Up to $350 for each service/request type.

Fees very by Meter Provider, region, work requested and complexity of work required on site when the technician attends.

Meter ProviderElectricity Abolishment - this fee applies when requesting permanent removal of electricity.

Up to $226.11

Fees vary by Meter Provider.

Meter ProviderWasted site visit - this fee applies when the technician is unable to complete the work due to a site issue or safety concerns (e.g. no access to the meter, meter board issues, meter tamper identified).Up to $158 per visit.
Meter ProviderAfter hours - this fee applies when requesting an appointment outside of business hours.

Up to $968.33 per visit.

Fees vary by Meter Provider and region. This fee applies when requesting an appointment outside of business hours.

JemenaBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Connection - New Gas Connection (standard connection - The connection type is confirmed by the distributor)No Charge
New Connection - New Gas Connection (non-standard connection - The connection type is confirmed by the distributor)Costs are quoted by the distributor, subject to site inspection 
New Connection - New Gas Connection (commercial)Costs are quoted by the distributor, subject to site inspection 
Service Abolishment - Standard residential property (removal of service line and meter)1320.66
Service Abolishment - Complex multi-dwelling (e.g.units or apartments) or commercial properties (removal of service line and meter)Quoted
Abolishment - Gas meter removal only92.40
Alteration - Alter Meter PositionQuoted
Alteration - Meter RefixQuoted
Alteration - Service UpgradeQuoted

Fees effective 1 September 2026

Fee Summary Table

Fee TypeGST exclusiveGST inclusive

Over the counter payment fee

A fee for paying a bill over the counter at Australia Post. This fee will appear in the next bill after payment.

$3.09$3.40

Paper Bill fee*

A fee to cover the cost of printing and mailing the bill. This fee will appear in the next bill after payment.

$1.78$1.95

Late payment fee#

A fee to cover the cost associated with late payment. This fee will appear in the next bill after payment.

$12.00N/A
Credit card fees (incl. AMEX)00
Exit fee00
Important Information

* Paper Bill fee: Charge for each paper bill sent. If you receive your bills by post instead of email, you can sign up for electronic billing in MyAccount.

# Late payment fee: The late payment fee is not subject to GST and is charged on a per-bill basis.

Some of these fees may not apply in certain circumstances. You can check your bill for the fees that apply to you.

Fees effective 1 July 2025

SAPNFee (incl GST) $
Move In (Power On)21.23
Move Out (Final Read)21.23
Reconnection (Power Off-Re-energisation Required)63.71
Disconnection63.71
After Hours Reconnection142.63
Special Read21.23
Wasted VisitQuoted

Fees effective 1 July 2025

AGN SA (Gas)Fee (incl GST) $
Special Read - Move in14.52
Special Read - Move out14.52
Reconnection99.00
Disconnection99.00
Wasted Visit - No Access81.40

SA Power NetworkBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $After Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New ConnectionSA Power Network bills the customer directly for the work to be completed. If they do not, SA Power Network will pass on the fee to the Retailer and we will pass on these fees to the customer on their bill.-
Alteration - Temporary Disconnect and Reconnect for Retailer1269.92-
Alteration - Temporary Disconnect and Reconnect for Retailer - After hours142.63-
Abolishment898.205

SA Power Network bills the customer directly for the work to be completed. If they do not, SA Power Network will pass on the fee to the Retailer and we will pass on these fees to the customer on their bill.
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Service ProviderDescriptionFee (incl GST) $
Meter ProviderElectricity Meter Alteration - this fee applies when requesting any alteration work (service/request type e.g. meter reseal, relocate meter position, move meter, remove control load, install control load, upgrade meter).

Up to $350 for each service/request type.

Fees very by Meter Provider, region, work requested and complexity of work required on site when the technician attends.

Meter ProviderElectricity Abolishment - this fee applies when requesting permanent removal of electricity.

Up to $226.11

Fees vary by Meter Provider.

Meter ProviderWasted site visit - this fee applies when the technician is unable to complete the work due to a site issue or safety concerns (e.g. no access to the meter, meter board issues, meter tamper identified).Up to $158 per visit.
Meter ProviderAfter hours - this fee applies when requesting an appointment outside of business hours

Up to $968.33 per visit.

Fees vary by Meter Provider and region. This fee applies when requesting an appointment outside of business hours.

Australian Gas Network (AGN)Business Hours Fee (inc GST) $
Alteration - Alter Meter Position - Quote not accepted140.80
Alteration - Alter Meter PositionQuoted
New Gas Connection - Meter Fix - Fault Rectified107.80
Alteration - Meter Refix107.80
New Gas Connection - Incomplete Meter Fix81.40
Alteration - Upgrade Service lineQuoted
Alteration - Upgrade/downgrade meter sizeQuoted
Abolishment - Gas meter removal only99.00
Abolishment - Gas service abolishment (removal of service line and meter)Quoted

Fees effective 1 September 2026

Fee Summary Table

Fee TypeGST exclusiveGST inclusive

Over the counter payment fee

A fee for paying a bill over the counter at Australia Post. This fee will appear in the next bill after payment.

$3.09$3.40

Paper Bill fee*

A fee to cover the cost of printing and mailing the bill. This fee will appear in the next bill after payment.

$1.78$1.95

Late payment fee#

A fee to cover the cost associated with late payment. This fee will appear in the next bill after payment.

$12.00N/A
Credit card fees (incl. AMEX)00
Exit fee00
Important Information

* Paper Bill fee: Charge for each paper bill sent. If you receive your bills by post instead of email, you can sign up for electronic billing in MyAccount.

# Late payment fee: The late payment fee is not subject to GST and is charged on a per-bill basis.

Some of these fees may not apply in certain circumstances. You can check your bill for the fees that apply to you.

Fees effective 1 July 2025

EnergexFee (inc GST) $
Move In (Power On)0.00
Move Out (Final Read)0.00
Reconnection (Power Off-Re-energisation Required)0.00
Disconnection0.00
After Hours Reconnection153.82
Special Read22.20
Wasted Visit157.77

Fees effective 1 July 2025

AGN Qld (Gas)Fee (incl GST) $
Special Read - Move in13.20
Special Red - Move out13.20
Reconnection80.30
Disconnection97.90
Wasted Visit - No Access81.40

 

Allgas (Gas)Fee (incl GST) $
Special Read - Move in26.08
Special Read - Move out26.08
Reconnection91.71
Disconnection71.64
Wasted Visit - Meter Services26.07
Wasted Visit - Field Services149.57

EnergexBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $After Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Connection Permanent No Fee in most cases.
Energex may charge a fee dependent on the type of connection. In this case, these fees will be passed to the customer on their bill.
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New Connection - Temporary 577.861561.97
New Connection - Temporary  - CT577.862594.68
Abolishment113.50 - 1989.24
Prices vary depending on the work Energex are required to carry out and if traffic control is required
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Alteration - All Alterations113.00 - 3000.00 depending on what work is required.

There will be additional charges if traffic control is required.
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Service ProviderDescriptionFee (incl GST) $
Meter ProviderElectricity Meter Alteration - this fee applies when requesting any alteration work (service/request type e.g. meter reseal, relocate meter position, move meter, remove control load, install control load, upgrade meter).

Up to $350 for each service/request type.

Fees very by Meter Provider, region, work requested and complexity of work required on site when the technician attends.

Meter ProviderElectricity Abolishment - this fee applies when requesting permanent removal of electricity.

Up to $226.11

Fees vary by Meter Provider.

Meter ProviderWasted site visit - this fee applies when the technician is unable to complete the work due to a site issue or safety concerns (e.g. no access to the meter, meter board issues, meter tamper identified).Up to $158 per visit.
Meter ProviderAfter hours - this fee applies when requesting an appointment outside of business hours

Up to $968.33 per visit.

Fees vary by Meter Provider and region. This fee applies when requesting an appointment outside of business hours.

Australian Gas Network (AGN)Business Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Gas Connection - Meter Fix - Fault Rectified106.70
New Gas Connection - Meter Fix - Incomplete81.40
Alteration - Alter Meter PositionQuoted
Alteration - Alter Meter Position - Quote not accepted97.90
Alteration - Meter Refix106.70
Alteration - Service UpgradeQuoted
Alteration - Meter Upgrade/Meter downgradeQuoted
Alteration - Relocate ServiceQuoted
Alteration - Meter Alter PositionQuoted
Abolishment - Gas meter removal only97.90
Abolishment - Gas service abolishment (removal of service line and meter)Quoted

 

AllgasBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Gas Connection - Meter Fix - Fault Rectified91.71
Alteration - Alter Meter PositionQuoted
Alteration - Meter Refix91.71
Alteration - Service UpgradeQuoted
Alteration - Meter Upgrade/Meter downgradeQuoted
Alteration - Relocate ServiceQuoted
Abolishment - Gas meter removal only71.64
Abolishment - Gas service abolishment (removal of service line and meter)Quoted

Fees effective 1 September 2026

Fee Summary Table

Fee TypeGST exclusiveGST inclusive

Over the counter payment fee

A fee for paying a bill over the counter at Australia Post. This fee will appear in the next bill after payment.

$3.09$3.40

Paper Bill fee*

A fee to cover the cost of printing and mailing the bill. This fee will appear in the next bill after payment.

$1.78$1.95
Credit card fees (incl. AMEX)00
Exit fee00
Important Information

* Paper Bill fee: Charge for each paper bill sent. If you receive your bills by post instead of email, you can sign up for electronic billing in MyAccount.

Some of these fees may not apply in certain circumstances. You can check your bill for the fees that apply to you.

Fees effective 1 July 2025

CitiPowerFee (inc GST) $
De-Energisation (Physical) - Business Hours49.32
Re-Energisation (Physical) - Business Hours48.60
De-Energisation (Remote)0.00
Re-Energisation (Remote)0.00
Special Read (Final Read/No Subtype)39.95
Wasted Visit39.95

 

JemenaFee (inc GST) $
De-Energisation (Physical) - Business Hours95.65
De-Energisation (Physical) - After Hours95.65
Re-Energisation (Physical) - Business Hours66.69
Re-Energisation (Physical) - After Hours116.42
De-Energisation (Remote)0.00
Re-Energisation (Remote)0.00
Special Read (Final Read/No Subtype)64.27
Wasted VisitSame as original service charge

 

AusnetFee (inc GST) $
De-Energisation (Physical) - Business Hours46.89
De-Energisation (Physical) - After Hours82.07
Re-Energisation (Physical) - Business Hours46.89
Re-Energisation (Physical) - After Hours82.07
De-Energisation (Remote)0.00
Re-Energisation (Remote)0.00
Special Read (Final Read/No Subtype)46.89
Wasted Visit82.07

 

PowercorFee (inc GST) $
De-Energisation (Physical) - Business Hours76.53
Re-Energisation (Physical) - Business Hours72.01
De-Energisation (Remote)0.00
Re-Energisation (Remote)0.00
Special Read (Final Read/No Subtype)63.21
Wasted Visit63.21

 

UnitedFee (inc GST) $
De-Energisation (Physical) - Business Hours67.45
Re-Energisation (Physical) - Business Hours67.45
De-Energisation (Remote)0.00
Re-Energisation (Remote) 0.00
Special Read (Final Read/No Subtype)31.68
Wasted Visit31.68

Fees effective 1 July 2025

AusnetFee (inc GST) $
Disconnection75.02
Reconnection75.02
Special Read - Move In/Out8.18
Special Read - Disconnection8.18

 

AGNFee (inc GST) $
Disconnection94.60
Reconnection110.00
Special Read - Move In/Out (Metro)12.10
Special Read - Move In/Out (Non-Metro)16.72
Wasted Visit - No Access91.30

 

MultinetFee (inc GST) $
Disconnection68.20
Reconnection57.20
Special Read - Move In/Out8.80

AusnetBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $After Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Connection - Single Phase Overhead Supply671.511175.15
New Connection - Single Phase Underground Supply295.11516.45
New Connection - Multi Phase Overhead Supply763.131335.47
New Connection - Multi Phase Underground Supply467.721761.52
New Connection - Multi Phase Overhead Supply - CT Meter1456.972455.35
New Connection - Multi Phase Underground Connection - CT Meter1161.572032.73
New Connection - Temporary Overhead Supply, Coincident Disconnection Truck Visit665.791165.13
New Connection - Single Phase with Group Metering Inspection636.31636.31
New Connection - Multi Phase with Group Metering Inspection814.64814.64
Alteration - Service Truck 764.57Quoted
Other - Wasted Truck Visit284.36284.36
Solar Alteration - Meter Reconfiguration20.36-
AbolishmentQuotedQuoted

 

CitipowerBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $After Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Connection - Single Phase Supply 684.38826.40
New Connection - Multi Phase Supply817.97972.10
New Connection - Multi Phase Supply - CT Meter3420.774591.57
Alteration - Standard alteration <60 min
When multiple services of standard alteration are required, it is deemed as complex alteration
744.231036.31
Alteration - Complex alteration >60 min925.001288.05
Alteration - Isolation of supply or reconnection430.67599.70
Alteration - Isolation of supply and reconnection after isolation - same day792.34-
Solar alteration - Remote Meter Reconfiguration74.28-
Other - Wasted Truck Visit (Complex task)463.73584.11
Other - Wasted Truck Visit (Simple task)39.95584.11
AbolishmentQuotedQuoted

 

JemenaBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $After Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Connection - Single Phase Supply 759.961006.51
New Connection - Multi Phase Supply934.961181.53
New Connection - Single Phase - Temporary Supply759.961006.51
New Connection - Multi Phase  - Temporary Supply934.961181.53
Alteration - Disconnection (temporary) requiring a service vehicle494.58700.07
Alteration - Reconnection requiring a service vehicle573.03815.90
Alteration - Basic connection upgrade (single-phase to three-phase)934.961181.53
Alteration - Replacement of overhead basic connection (single-phase)911.421157.97
Alteration - Replacement of overhead basic connection (three-phase)1011.561258.13
Alteration - Meter alteration (or relocation)636.10878.94
Other - Wasted Truck Visit636.10878.94
Solar Alteration - Remote Meter Reconfiguration67.25-
AbolishmentQuotedQuoted

 

PowercorBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $After Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Connection - Single Phase Supply688.71838.35
New Connection - Multi Phase Supply852.961016.72
New Connection - Multi Phase Supply - CT Meter3339.674498.70
AbolishmentQuotedQuoted
Alteration - Standard alteration <60 min
When multiple services of standard alteration are required, it is deemed as complex alteration
864.901195.46
Alteration - Complex alteration >60 min1074.961485.86
Alteration - Isolation of supply or reconnection500.50691.81
Alteration - Isolation of supply and reconnection after isolation - same day920.82-
Other - Wasted Truck Visit (Complex task)472.90593.47
Other - Wasted Truck Visit (Simple task)63.21593.47
Solar alteration - Remote Meter Reconfiguration74.93-

 

United EnergyBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $After Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Connection - Single Phase Supply 681.141066.14
New Connection - Multi Phase Supply681.141066.14
New Connection - Multi Phase Supply - CT2364.323700.71
AbolishmentQuotedQuoted
Alteration - Standard alteration <60 min
When multiple services of standard alteration are required, it is deemed as complex alteration
747.751308.58
Alteration - Complex alteration > 60 min929.391626.43
Alteration - Isolation of supply or reconnection432.73757.26
Alteration - Isolation of supply and reconnection after isolation - same day796.11-
Other - Wasted Truck Visit (Complex task)419.74734.54
Other - Wasted Truck Visit (Simple task)31.68734.54
Solar alteration - Remote Meter Reconfiguration89.93-

 

Australian Gas Network (AGN)Business Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Gas Connection (standard connection - The connection type is confirmed by the distributor)2372.70
New Gas Connection (non-standard connection - The connection type is confirmed by the distributor)Costs are quoted by the distributor, subject to site inspection 
New Gas Connection (commercial)Costs are quoted by the distributor, subject to site inspection 
New Gas Connection - Incomplete Meter Fix121.00
New Gas Connection - Meter Fix - Fault Rectified135.30
Alteration - Alter Meter PositionQuoted
Alteration - Alter Meter Position - Quote not accepted99.00
Alteration- Meter Refix135.30
Alteration - Relocate service lineQuoted
Alteration - Relocate service line - Quote not accepted99.00
Alteration - Upgrade meter size - load greater than 460mjh/downgrade meter sizeQuoted
Alteration - Upgrade meter size - load less than 460mjh308.00
Alteration - Upgrade service requestQuoted
Alteration - Pressure change request - over 2.75KpaQuoted
Alteration - Pressure change request - up to 2.75Kpa160.00
Abolishment - Gas meter removal only135.30
Abolishment - Gas service abolishment - Residential (removal of service line and meter)258.50

 

MultinetBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Gas Connection (standard connection - The connection type is confirmed by the distributor)2926.00
New Gas Connection (non-standard connection - The connection type is confirmed by the distributor)Costs are quoted by the distributor, subject to site inspection 
New Gas Connection (commercial)Costs are quoted by the distributor, subject to site inspection 
Alteration - Alter Meter PositionQuoted
Alteration - Service UpgradeQuoted
Alteration - Regulator Upgrade143.00
Alteration - Meter Upgrade Small - load equal to or less than 500mjh443.30
Alteration - Meter Upgrade Large - load greater than 500mjh1439.90
Alteration - Meter refix 82.50
Abolishment - Meter Removal 82.50
Alteration - Gas service abolishment- Residential (removal of service line and meter)258.50

 

Ausnet ServicesBusiness Hours Fee (inc GST) $
New Gas Connection (standard connection - The connection type is confirmed by the distributor)2156.00
New Gas Connection (non-standard connection - The connection type is confirmed by the distributor)Costs are quoted by the distributor, subject to site inspection 
New Gas Connection (commercial)Costs are quoted by the distributor, subject to site inspection 
Alteration - Meter Refix165.33
Alteration - Meter Alter Position (Minor)1174.20
Alteration - Upgrade Meter Size581.91 (U10)
2,471.57 (AL 425)
Abolishment - Gas service abolishment -  Residential (removal of service line and meter)257.91