5 free hours of primary load electricity usage daily (11am–4pm, up to 15 kWh).*
5 free hours of power. Every single day.
Get 5 hours of free primary load electricity usage (up to 15kWh) every day from 11am to 4pm in South-East Queensland.
What you get with Red Power5
No lock-in contracts and $0 exit fees. Total plan freedom.
24/7 access to manage your account via MyAccount or the Red Energy app.
Who can get this plan?
The Red Power5 electricity plan is ideal if you can shift power use to 11am–4pm, and if:
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You're a new or existing residential customer in South-East Queensland.
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You must have a smart meter installed at your address.
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You're on a Time of Use distributor tariff. If needed, you can request a change to a Time of Use distributor tariff, which we can help you with.
How to make the most of your 5 free hours
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Pool pump: Run your pool filter during the free midday window instead of overnight or during peak hours.
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Air conditioning: Pre-cool your living spaces during the middle of the day so your home stays comfortable right through the humid afternoon.
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Washing & drying: Put on your washing machine, clothes dryer and dishwasher.
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Home tech & devices: Plug in your cordless vacuums, power tools, laptops and everyday devices before 4:00 PM.
Leave your details or call us
Call 131 806 or fill in the short form below.
We check your meter and tariff
Our expert team will check to confirm your smart meter and network compatibility.
Start enjoying 5 free hours
Once confirmed, we handle the switch and tariff update so you can start saving.
Let’s find out if it fits your lifestyle
Our award-winning, 100% Australian-based customer solutions team is ready to look at your current energy usage and help you decide if the Red Power5 plan is the right move for your home.
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Frequently asked questions
This plan works best if you can shift your heavy electricity use between 11am-4pm. It is ideal if someone is home during the day, or if you can use timers and smart automation to run high electricity appliances (like dryers or hot water boosting) during 11am-4pm. If your house is empty all day or you do most of your cooking, heating, and laundry early in the morning or late at night, another plan may suit you better.
The free usage period is between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM every day.
You get up to 15kWh of primary load electricity usage per day during the 11am-4pm window. Any usage exceeding 15kWh will be charged at standard Time of Use rates.
Yes. Solar exports on this plan receive a fixed feed-in tariff of 1c/kWh. Because the feed-in tariff is lower, this plan is generally best suited to homes without solar and battery, or those running heavy midday appliances.
An active digital smart meter is required to track your midday usage. Request a call back via the form below, or call us on 131 806. Our team will check your address and discuss your options.
Controlled loads and daily supply charges still apply during the free usage period.
Important notes
*Available to residential SEQ customers on the Red Power5 electricity plan, who have a smart meter and are on a Time of Use distributor tariff. Customers not currently on a Time of Use tariff will need to have their tariff changed. Get 5 hours of free primary load electricity usage (up to 15kWh) daily, between 11am-4pm local time. Controlled load and daily supply charges still apply during the free usage period. Standard charges will apply for any electricity usage that exceeds the 15kWh cap during the free usage period. Eligibility criteria and conditions apply. View Basic Plan Information Documents here.