Start by checking your recent bills for annual usage, supply charges, tariffs and any solar feed-in credits, then compare plans available at your Melbourne address. The Victorian Government’s Victorian Energy Compare website can show estimated costs, discounts, contract terms and available retailers, while the Victorian Default Offer provides a reference price for electricity. Check whether discounts are conditional, how prices may change, and whether exit fees or fixed-term conditions apply. If you receive an energy concession or live in an embedded network, confirm the details with the retailer or relevant government service before switching.