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$15 Heater Sparks $1,000 Electricity Bills for Aussies

6/26/2025

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A $15 portable heater from Kmart is leaving many Australians with shocking electricity bills, some soaring to $1000. Sydney mum Jaz took to social media to share her experience, cautioning others about the heater's energy drain. She advocates for cozy alternatives like layered clothing and electric blankets to keep warm this winter.

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Story summary

A $15 portable heater from Kmart is leaving many Australians with shocking electricity bills, some soaring to $1000. Sydney mum Jaz took to social media to share her experience, cautioning others about the heater's energy drain. She advocates for cozy alternatives like layered clothing and electric blankets to keep warm this winter.