Set Up Utilities in Canberra: Electricity, Gas, Water and NBN

Setting Up Utilities in Canberra

When moving to Canberra, arrange electricity, possibly gas, water, and internet. The ACT has a competitive electricity and gas market, and most of Canberra is covered by the NBN.

Electricity

Canberra is part of the National Electricity Market. Major retailers include ActewAGL, AGL, Origin Energy, EnergyAustralia, and Amber Electric. Use Energy Made Easy (energymadeeasy.gov.au) to compare plans. The ACT Government has strong renewable energy goals.

Gas

Not all Canberra homes have gas. Newer homes in Gungahlin and Molonglo are often all-electric. If your home has gas, ActewAGL is the primary retailer. The ACT is phasing out gas connections for new buildings.

Water

Icon Water is the monopoly water provider for the ACT. Contact iconwater.com.au to transfer your account. You do not choose your water provider. Accounts are billed quarterly.

Internet (NBN)

Most of Canberra has NBN FTTP or FTTN coverage. Use the NBN Co address checker (nbnco.com.au) to check your connection type. Top providers in Canberra: Aussie Broadband, Superloop, Internode, TPG, Telstra. Most plans include unlimited data at NBN 50 or NBN 100 tiers.

Moving Day Checklist

• Contact electricity retailer 1-2 weeks before moving
• Set up NBN 5-10 business days ahead
• Transfer Icon Water account online

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