How to Set Up Utilities in Melbourne: Complete Guide: what you need to know

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How to Set Up Utilities in Melbourne: Complete Guide

Step-by-step guide to connecting electricity, gas, water, and NBN internet in Melbourne and Victoria. Compare providers and understand local requirements.

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By Melbourne Daily · Published 3 July 2026, 4:25 pm

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Updated 14 h ago· 13 July 2026, 12:00 am

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Setting Up Utilities in Melbourne

Melbourne has a competitive energy market with multiple retailers. Water is provided by a local authority depending on your suburb. NBN coverage is extensive across the metropolitan area.

Electricity

Victoria is part of the National Electricity Market. Distributors include AusNet, CitiPower, Powercor, and United Energy depending on suburb. Major retailers: AGL, Origin Energy, EnergyAustralia, Red Energy, Tango Energy. Compare on Victorian Energy Compare (compare.energy.vic.gov.au).

Gas

Melbourne has an extensive gas network. Note Victoria has announced a ban on new gas connections from 2024 in new homes. Compare on Victorian Energy Compare.

Water

Depending on your location: Yarra Valley Water (north and east), South East Water (south-east), or Western Water (north-west). Transfer account to the relevant authority. Bills are quarterly.

Internet (NBN)

Melbourne has good NBN coverage with a mix of FTTP, FTTN, FTTC, and HFC. Check at nbnco.com.au. Top providers: Aussie Broadband, Superloop, Internode, TPG, Belong. NBN 100 plans are most popular at around $65-85/month.

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