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Meredith O'Brien

As the Head of Energy at Compare the Market, Meredith O'Brien understands that energy is something we all rely on and is passionate about helping Australians to be as informed as possible when it comes to their energy plans.

Meredith has six years within the energy industry, following 15 years of experience in financial services and is currently studying a Master of Business Administration. Meredith is a dedicated customer advocate who is passionate about empowering Australians to find the right products to suit their needs by removing the confusion from comparing.

Stories by Meredith O'Brien

3 Oct 2023 11:21

Half of Aussies to swelter through Summer by cutting air-con use, research finds

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

With the price of electricity increasing, it’s going to cost us more to keep cool at home.

australian couple without solar comparing energy bills

29 Jun 2023 13:57

Nearly 1 in 5 Aussies say they can’t get solar – how to claw back power costs this winter

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

new research from Compare the Market has revealed that nearly a fifth of Aussies can’t get solar at their property.

29 May 2023 15:59

Winter heating could add hundreds to electricity bills, new research shows

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

The temperature is falling, but some heaters could cause your electricity bill to rise.

customers with energy bill smoothing

29 May 2023 09:56

The simple billing method making it easier to avoid energy bill shock

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

Energy bills are rising, but there may be a way to make it easier to manage them.

25 May 2023 16:05

Energy Regulators confirm how much more Aussies could be slugged for electricity from 1 July

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

Find out how much more you might be paying in 2023-24 as the DMO and VDO are set to take effect as of July 1

man with higher energy bill

15 Mar 2023 16:19

Draft proposal forecasts higher electricity bills for Australian families

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

Households right across Australia will soon pay more for electricity.

28 Feb 2023 11:20

Out-of-cycle electricity price hike to shock Aussies – how to know if you’re affected

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

EnergyAustralia will increase prices by up to 14.1% in some locations.

Real Estate Agent Commission

27 Feb 2023 10:26

Household savings tips for those who can’t borrow from the Bank of Mum and Dad

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

More than half of renters have been slapped with an increase in their rent over the last 12 months, impacting Aussies who are already doing it tough.

couple reading electricity bill

20 Feb 2023 15:47

It’ll soon be easier to know if there’s a better deal from your energy retailer

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

Retailers will soon be required to let customers know if they can offer a cheaper energy plan.

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