From 1 July 2025, Western Australian households will face higher electricity bills as the state government rolls back its electricity credit and increases tariffs.
$400 Electricity Credit Removed
Since 2020, WA households have received a yearly $400 electricity credit to help with power bills. That credit has now been scrapped as part of the 2025–26 state budget, which aims to reduce government spending despite a forecast $2.4 billion budget surplus.
The credit was previously applied automatically to power bills for all Synergy and Horizon Power residential customers. Its removal means families will see a noticeable increase in their next electricity bills.
Tariffs Rising from 1 July
Electricity usage and supply charges are also going up. According to Synergy:
The daily supply charge will increase from 113.22 cents to 116.05 cents
The per unit electricity rate (A1 tariff) will rise from 31.58c/kWh to 32.37c/kWh
These changes, while seemingly small, will add up over time — especially for households with higher electricity use.
What's Driving the Increase?
One of the biggest factors behind the price hike is a 7.2% increase in network charges approved for Western Power. These charges are what retailers like Synergy pay to transport electricity to your home, and they’re passed on directly to consumers.
At the same time, the state government is reining in its cost-of-living support measures, including the end of the electricity credit.
What It Means for WA Households
In short: bills are going up, and the safety net is gone. For everyday Western Australians, this means budgeting will become even more important — especially during winter and summer when usage tends to spike.
When Prices Rise, the Sun Still Shines
There’s a silver lining: Both the WA state government and the federal government are offering some of the most generous battery rebates we’ve ever seen — making it a great time to cut electricity costs for the long term.
Launching on 1st July, the WA Home Battery Scheme offers both upfront incentives and interest-free loans.
From 1 July 2025, the Federal Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program will provide around 30% off battery system costs.
Even better, the WA and Federal battery incentives are stackable — meaning eligible households can claim both. There’s never been a better time to invest in a battery system in WA.
