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Why is my concession card not accepted?
Can customer receive concession rebate and life support at the same time?
I’ve been invoiced and missed out on my concession rebates, can these still be applied to older invoices?
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Financial Assistance

What financial assistance is available for me?
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I don’t think my current plan suits me, do you have a better offer?
I’m worried about disconnection due to unpaid bills, do you have programs for people with financial difficulties like me?
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I need to know my meter ID, where to find my electric and/or gas meter?
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Are smart meters safe to use?
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Is there any power interruption during the smart meter installation, and if so, for how long?
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Is smart meter accurate and how to check their accuracy?
Can I change my tariff to have off peak, peak and shoulder usage?
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I have an embedded network; can I still sign up with CovaU?
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I’m moving out soon, how much notice do I need to provide?
I’m going away on holiday; do I need to disconnect my meter?
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What if the first request for gas move out is not successful?

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Energy Industry Jargons

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Updated on June 10, 2024

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