TAS · State guide

Tasmanian electricity has fewer retailer choices than mainland states. Your Coach works with what's available.

Aurora Energy is the dominant retailer in Tasmania, and TasNetworks is the single distribution network. Switching options are narrower than mainland states — but rebate, tariff, and usage coaching all still apply.

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What makes Tasmanian electricity different?

Tasmania is served by a single distribution network: TasNetworks. Aurora Energy is the incumbent and still serves the majority of Tasmanian households. A small number of other retailers operate in Tasmania, but the competitive choice is narrower than in mainland NEM states.

Tasmania joined the National Electricity Market (NEM) in 2005, and the Australian Energy Regulator's Default Market Offer (DMO) framework applies. Tasmania's generation profile is dominated by hydroelectricity, which gives the state a different cost structure from coal- or gas-heavy mainland states.

Because switching options are narrower, your Coach in Tasmania focuses heavily on rebate claiming, tariff structure (controlled load, time-of-use), and usage coaching — the levers that work regardless of retailer.

What are common issues on Tasmanian bills?

Tariff structure is a common source of overpayment in Tasmania. Many older tariffs (Tariff 31 light & power, Tariff 41 heating, Tariff 61/62 controlled load) have specific rules and rate differences that can create unexpected costs if your home's wiring isn't matched to the right tariff. Your Coach reads your bill and checks whether the tariffs charged match how your home actually uses power.

Concession card holders in Tasmania frequently miss out on the Annual Electricity Concession because retailer registration of the card lapses. Your Coach checks whether your concession is being applied correctly.

What rebates are available for Tasmanian households?

Tasmania offers the Annual Electricity Concession for concession card holders. Eligibility, application process, and current rates are managed through Concessions Tasmania.

Verify current eligibility and amounts at concessions.tas.gov.au before applying. Your Coach screens applicable Tasmanian concessions as part of the $29 Bill Action Plan.

Verify current amounts and eligibility at concessions.tas.gov.au. See the full list of rebates by state on the BillDecoder rebates page.

Tasmania electricity questions

Can I switch retailers in Tasmania?
Yes, but the choice is narrower than in mainland NEM states. Aurora Energy is the dominant option, with a small number of competitors. Your Coach checks what's actually available at your address.
What are Tariff 31, 41, and 61/62?
Tasmania's older tariff numbers map to specific use cases. Tariff 31 is light and power. Tariff 41 is heating. Tariffs 61 and 62 are controlled load (off-peak hot water, etc.). Your Coach reads your bill and checks whether the right tariffs are applied to the right circuits.
Does the DMO apply in Tasmania?
Yes. Tasmania is part of the National Electricity Market and the AER's Default Market Offer framework applies. Standing-offer prices are capped at the DMO.
Why is hydroelectricity relevant to my bill?
Tasmania's generation mix is largely hydro, which affects the wholesale price profile. In practice, this doesn't change what's on your bill day-to-day, but it does mean Tasmanian retail prices behave differently from coal-heavy states during volatile periods.

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State energy market information current as of 24 April 2026. Verify specific rates and regulations at aer.gov.au.

Last updated: 24 April 2026