A Brisbane electricity bill can rise because of higher usage, seasonal air-conditioning, changes to your retailer’s rates or discounts, or an estimated meter reading. Check the bill’s usage in kilowatt-hours, billing dates, tariff, solar credits and any expired discounts, then compare the charges with an earlier bill. You can use the Australian Energy Regulator’s Energy Made Easy website to compare available Queensland plans using your actual usage. If you are struggling to pay, contact your retailer promptly to ask about a payment plan or hardship support, and check Queensland Government concessions if applicable.