Electrical Goods and Appliances

Domestic electricity supply in Australia is 230 – 250 volts, AC Hertz (cycles/second). Electrical goods from other countries usually need a conversion adaptor.

Three pin plugs are fitted to domestic appliances, so 110 volt appliances, such as shavers, hairdryers and contact lens sterilisers, cannot be used without a transformer. Transformers can be purchased in department or travel stores, although some appliances are relatively cheap to purchase when you arrive.

Australian Powerpoint 

Last reviewed: 13 May, 2008