Shift your energy use to the middle of the day and lock in serious savings - it’s that simple

01 October 2026

What is the Midday Power Saver?

The Midday Power Saver is a new Victorian Government-regulated energy plan that gives you free primary load electricity usage between 11 am and 2 pm every day. By running your heavy appliances during this 3-hour window, you can dramatically lower your household power bills.

Is this plan right for you?

This plan isn't for everyone, and we're not going to pretend it is. Let's look at the facts:

High five! This plan is perfect if you:

• Work from home regularly or are home during the day.
• Have appliances with built-in delay timers (dishwasher, washing machine, dryer).
• Have high-energy appliances (EV, pool pump etc) on standard power points you can automate.

To see the rates or request a call back: Click the button below, enter your postcode, then select electricity to see the current rates for your area.

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Hold up. You might want to skip this if:

• You’re out of the house all day and your appliances don't have timers.
• You do all your heavy washing, cooking, and heating late at night or early in the morning.
• You rely heavily on climate control during peak evening hours and can't shift that usage.

How it works

Starting 1 October 2026, the Midday Power Saver standing offer will be available to all residential households with a smart meter in Victoria. You’ll get 3 hours of free primary load electricity usage every single day between 11 am and 2 pm.

The plan covers up to 24 kWh daily for primary load electricity usage — powering standard wall sockets and main- meter household appliances like your washing machine, dishwasher, fridge, or plug-in EV charger for $0 usage cost.

If you can shift your biggest energy guzzlers to the middle of the day, this plan is worth considering.

The fine print, straight up:

• The fair use cap: Free primary load electricity usage applies between 11am and 2pm up to 24 kWh per day, everyday.
• Free primary load electricity usage only: Daily supply and controlled load charges still apply during the free usage period. The excess electricity usage charge applies to usage that exceeds the fair use cap during the free usage period.
• Straightforward, simple rates: This regulated plan keeps things simple and does not include market offer extras with rates capped by government protections.

What could you save?

Your actual savings depend on how much power you can move to the free usage period. Based on estimates, here’s what you could save by shifting 5% to 30% of your usage:*

Household type	Estimated annual savings
Standard household	$149 to $428 / year
With an electric vehicle	Up to $1,102 / year (by charging at midday)

*Savings estimates based on Victorian Government modeling for households shifting usage into the 11 am–2 pm window. Actual savings depend on your individual usage patterns and plan rates.

To see the rates or request a call back: Click the button below, enter your postcode, then select electricity to see the current rates for your area.

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Quick tips to maximise your savings

• Set delay timers Program your dishwasher, washing machine, and clothes dryer to run between 11 am and 2 pm.
• Automate high loads Schedule plug-in EV chargers, pool pumps, and split-system heating/cooling for midday operation.
• Top up batteries If you have a home battery, fill it up from the grid during the free window to store power for the evening peak.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to make the shift?

Start saving on your electricity today by switching to the Midday Power Saver. Choose your preferred way to sign up below: