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How to choose the most energy efficient air conditioner

How to choose the most energy efficient air conditionerchevron_right

07 October 2021

Understanding the new Zoned Energy Rating Label for air conditioners won't…
What’s the Energy Rating Label all about?

What’s the Energy Rating Label all about?chevron_right

01 October 2021

The Energy Rating Label, and its stars, can help you determine…
Spike ambassador Olivia White shares her SpikeHour tips

Spike ambassador Olivia White shares her SpikeHour tipschevron_right

27 September 2021

SpikeHour ambassador, Olivia White, shares her favourite energy saving tips to…
8 ways to save energy while working from home

8 ways to save energy while working from homechevron_right

23 September 2021

Many employees are working from home in the midst of the…
Introducing Origin’s 2021 Future Energy Report

Introducing Origin’s 2021 Future Energy Reportchevron_right

15 September 2021

Now in its fourth year, the Future Energy Report’s been tracking…
5 ways to make your home more energy efficient

5 ways to make your home more energy efficientchevron_right

14 September 2021

Our energy experts and consultants offer their top tips on simple,…
The Good Energy Quiz

The Good Energy Quizchevron_right

08 September 2021

Do you know your kilowatt hours from your megawatts? Find out…
Spring cleaning tips to reduce energy usage

Spring cleaning tips to reduce energy usagechevron_right

07 September 2021

With the weather getting warmer and the light lingering longer, Spring’s…
6 spring cleaning tips for an energy efficient home

6 spring cleaning tips for an energy efficient homechevron_right

06 September 2021

These spring cleaning tips won't just freshen up your home, they'll…
5 tips for staying cosy this winter

5 tips for staying cosy this winterchevron_right

01 July 2021

Winter's here. And while some aspects like woolly jumpers, fires and…
5 winter energy saving tips

5 winter energy saving tipschevron_right

17 June 2021

There are many ways we can reduce our home energy use,…
Spike points hit $1 million milestone

Spike points hit $1 million milestonechevron_right

16 June 2021

Origin's energy reward saving program Spike has awarded more than $1…
Tax time made easier with these tips

Tax time made easier with these tipschevron_right

14 June 2021

If you’re working from home, here’s a few tips to get…
Culturally diverse communities lack energy confidence

Culturally diverse communities lack energy confidencechevron_right

21 May 2021

Research reveals culturally and linguistically diverse communities (CALD) name confidence as…
How smart devices can help reduce your energy use

How smart devices can help reduce your energy usechevron_right

29 March 2021

Monitoring your energy usage can seem like a daunting task. These…
8 ways to turn a SpikeHour into family fun time

8 ways to turn a SpikeHour into family fun timechevron_right

26 March 2021

Origin Spike's all about saving and getting rewarded. These creative ideas…
10 fun ways to teach your kids to be energy efficient

10 fun ways to teach your kids to be energy efficientchevron_right

01 March 2021

Teaching your kids to be energy efficient isn't just good for…
Millennials vs boomers: Who’s better at saving energy?

Millennials vs boomers: Who’s better at saving energy?chevron_right

17 February 2021

Different generations don't always agree. When it comes to saving energy,…
Origin joins Voices for Power project

Origin joins Voices for Power projectchevron_right

05 February 2021

Origin has partnered with other energy companies to launch “Voices for…
12 tips for an energy efficient home

12 tips for an energy efficient homechevron_right

22 January 2021

Find out how to save on your energy bills with these…
The ultimate guide to entertaining this New Years Eve

The ultimate guide to entertaining this New Years Evechevron_right

14 December 2020

Hosting during the holidays can be stressful. That's why we've pulled…
5 houseplants to help keep your house cool during summer

5 houseplants to help keep your house cool during summerchevron_right

12 December 2020

Blasting your air con all summer long can be expensive. Wouldn’t…
6 tips to get your Christmas lights right

6 tips to get your Christmas lights rightchevron_right

04 December 2020

These 6 tips will help level up your Christmas lights this…
10 easy ways to save this holiday season

10 easy ways to save this holiday seasonchevron_right

01 December 2020

From roast lunch to gifts, the festive season can quickly add…
10 easy ways to make your new digs greener

10 easy ways to make your new digs greenerchevron_right

13 October 2020

Looking for ways to dial up the ‘green’ at your place?…
Introducing Origin Spike

Introducing Origin Spikechevron_right

06 October 2020

Origin Spike, the new rewards program where customers can get paid…
7 tips to kit out your kitchen

7 tips to kit out your kitchenchevron_right

16 September 2020

From utensils, greenery and food prep to appliances, this quick guide…
4 tips for a good energy switch

4 tips for a good energy switchchevron_right

07 August 2020

Make a good energy switch today to save on costs and…
3 heaters to warm your home this winter

3 heaters to warm your home this winterchevron_right

23 July 2020

Looking to warm your home this winter? Take a look at…
14 big tax deductions not to be forgotten this EOFY

14 big tax deductions not to be forgotten this EOFYchevron_right

15 July 2020

We share with you the latest Tax tips from the tax…
Can cosiness help you cut energy costs?

Can cosiness help you cut energy costs?chevron_right

16 June 2020

Here's how feeling cosy could help you cut your energy use…
How to save energy in a share house

How to save energy in a share housechevron_right

28 February 2020

We know share housing is about saving money while having fun.…
7 energy efficiency tips for building & renovating

7 energy efficiency tips for building & renovatingchevron_right

11 October 2019

If you’re considering building or renovating, creating an energy efficient home…
How to reduce your air-conditioner costs

How to reduce your air-conditioner costschevron_right

02 August 2019

We’ve compared a range of household cooling options to show how…
How to do a home energy audit in under ten minutes

How to do a home energy audit in under ten minuteschevron_right

21 June 2019

Want to see how you could reduce your energy bills by…
Happiness starts at home: 5 sustainability hacks

Happiness starts at home: 5 sustainability hackschevron_right

21 May 2019

While it may seem like a lofty goal, sustainable living is…
Origin installs largest commercial office battery at Melbourne HQ

Origin installs largest commercial office battery at Melbourne HQchevron_right

05 March 2019

Situated on the 10th floor of our Melbourne office is Australia’s…
Save money through frugal living

Save money through frugal livingchevron_right

22 January 2019

Looking to save money and put some cash back in your…
10 tips for staying cool this summer

10 tips for staying cool this summerchevron_right

16 January 2019

The Aussie summer is heaps of fun but it's usually pretty…
Standby power – the vampire in your home

Standby power – the vampire in your homechevron_right

08 January 2019

Learn about standby energy and the drain it has while you’re…
Glamorous Weekender: 9 glamping must-haves

Glamorous Weekender: 9 glamping must-haveschevron_right

20 December 2018

Even though summer is officially over, autumn brings a bright splash…
Green dreams & sustainable design: The buildings we love

Green dreams & sustainable design: The buildings we lovechevron_right

20 December 2018

When innovative technology, sustainable design and inspired architecture come together, the…
9 ways to save this Christmas

9 ways to save this Christmaschevron_right

06 December 2018

Christmas can be an expensive time of the year. We've got…
Using artificial intelligence to improve energy efficiency at Adelaide Oval

Using artificial intelligence to improve energy efficiency at Adelaide Ovalchevron_right

20 November 2018

Origin is working with one of Australia’s most iconic sporting venues,…
Future innovation – sustainable showers

Future innovation – sustainable showerschevron_right

12 November 2018

This handy piece of bathroom innovation could help you save energy.
Origin Answers: How to save with off peak power

Origin Answers: How to save with off peak powerchevron_right

12 November 2018

Michael and Vanessa share some tips on how to save money…
Game On: Mobile battery power savings tips

Game On: Mobile battery power savings tipschevron_right

12 November 2018

Augmented reality has transformed every-day gaming into intense and immersive game-play,…
Energy bill health check

Energy bill health checkchevron_right

12 November 2018

Follow our practical tips for reducing your energy usage. They could…
How minimalism helped me save on my energy bill

How minimalism helped me save on my energy billchevron_right

12 November 2018

How one couple caught the minimalism bug, de-cluttered and saved money…
How stuff works: your refrigerator

How stuff works: your refrigeratorchevron_right

12 November 2018

Discover the mechanics behind your refrigerator and how an efficiently running…
6 ideas to help cut Christmas spending

6 ideas to help cut Christmas spendingchevron_right

12 November 2018

60% of us find Christmas to be the most expensive time…
How stuff works: your TV

How stuff works: your TVchevron_right

12 November 2018

Have you ever wondered how your TV works? We delve into…
VIDEO: Understanding your high energy bill

VIDEO: Understanding your high energy billchevron_right

12 November 2018

If your energy bill is creeping up, it could be useful…
The ultimate appliance energy guide

The ultimate appliance energy guidechevron_right

08 November 2018

From the fridge, to the microwave, kettle and TV - we…
Save energy this Easter

Save energy this Easterchevron_right

08 November 2018

Enjoy an energy smart Easter by using your barbeque, loading the…
How does your energy use compare?

How does your energy use compare?chevron_right

08 November 2018

No one likes to admit they’re trying to keep up with…
Power prices are coming down, but competition confuses consumers

Power prices are coming down, but competition confuses consumerschevron_right

08 November 2018

2017 was undeniably a tough year, with rising energy prices putting…
5 tips to love your laundry

5 tips to love your laundrychevron_right

08 November 2018

Top five energy saving tips for your laundry. Organise your washing…
Baby steps to saving energy

Baby steps to saving energychevron_right

08 November 2018

Tips from Blogger BabyMac to help control your energy bill when…
Bathroom energy saving tips

Bathroom energy saving tipschevron_right

08 November 2018

Find out how you can save energy on your hot water…
A kitchen clean-up that could save you money

A kitchen clean-up that could save you moneychevron_right

08 November 2018

Discover how you can save energy and money on the appliances…
Gaming and your energy bill

Gaming and your energy billchevron_right

08 November 2018

Gaming consoles will add to your energy bill. Find out how…
What makes a smart grid so smart?

What makes a smart grid so smart?chevron_right

08 November 2018

Smart grids bring computer technology to the electricity grid. Find out…
Don’t be passive when it comes to design

Don’t be passive when it comes to designchevron_right

08 November 2018

Learn how passive design can make a difference to your energy…
Meal tips to save time and energy

Meal tips to save time and energychevron_right

08 November 2018

Need some help to get more organised with your meals? We've…
Save on outdoor energy costs

Save on outdoor energy costschevron_right

08 November 2018

Here are some ways you can save energy on your swimming…
Light Bulb Moments: Tips on Saving Electricity

Light Bulb Moments: Tips on Saving Electricitychevron_right

07 November 2018

Follow Mrs Woog from Woogsworld to find out where your energy…
Demystifying peak and off-peak power

Demystifying peak and off-peak powerchevron_right

01 October 2018

Find out your peak and off-peak hours and save money on…
How to upgrade to a smart home for under $300

How to upgrade to a smart home for under $300chevron_right

28 August 2018

Turning your humble abode into a tech-savvy smart home doesn’t have…
Power Factor – What your business needs to know

Power Factor – What your business needs to knowchevron_right

18 July 2018

If you own or manage a large business then the term…
The myths preventing Perth homes saving on natural gas

The myths preventing Perth homes saving on natural gaschevron_right

21 June 2018

A lot of Perth homes could be missing out on potential…
Get your baby’s room temperature right

Get your baby’s room temperature rightchevron_right

21 April 2018

We all want our children to be comfortable, especially when they’re…
Want lower energy bills this summer?

Want lower energy bills this summer?chevron_right

21 April 2018

Before you gear up to enjoy cricket season this summer, read…
Things parents should know about standby power

Things parents should know about standby powerchevron_right

18 April 2018

Unbeknown to most parents, there’s usually at least one vampire lingering…
Decor inspo: Millennial pink lamps

Decor inspo: Millennial pink lampschevron_right

16 March 2018

If you want a pink pop in your space but also…
Winter is coming – tips to keeping cozy

Winter is coming – tips to keeping cozychevron_right

13 March 2018

Bruce from Big Family Little Income shares his top five tips…
Small space, big living

Small space, big livingchevron_right

05 March 2018

Moving your family into a space with a smaller footprint can…
How stuff works: your kettle

How stuff works: your kettlechevron_right

22 February 2018

There's nothing as comforting as putting on the kettle and sitting…
Energy saving tips for new parents

Energy saving tips for new parentschevron_right

23 January 2018

Bringing a new baby into the home can take up more…
These paint colours could lower your energy bills

These paint colours could lower your energy billschevron_right

18 January 2018

Picking the right colours for the exterior of your home could…
What our homes will look like in the future

What our homes will look like in the futurechevron_right

14 March 2017

Technology is changing the way we are living and creating smarter…
Save money on moving costs

Save money on moving costschevron_right

10 February 2017

The cost of moving from home can really start to add…
5 tips to keep the kids chilled this summer

5 tips to keep the kids chilled this summerchevron_right

14 November 2016

The Aussie summer can get hot. Here are 5 things you…
Sunshine biscuit recipe

Sunshine biscuit recipechevron_right

17 May 2016

If you fancy a bit of weekend baking then these sunshine…