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NEW RULE TO BAN MISLEADING ENERGY DISCOUNTS

In response to a request by the Turnbull Government, the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has introduced a new rule. The new rule will prevent retailers from offering discounts on an energy...

ENERGY REGULATOR TO PUT NETWORKS UNDER THE MICROSCOPE

An investigation into whether electricity networks and regulated gas pipelines are gouging consumers to cover their corporate tax liabilities will be carried out the Australian Energy Regulator (AER)...

Improving the accuracy of energy bills for consumers

As part of our ongoing efforts to improve outcomes for energy consumers, the Turnbull Government will be asking the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) to make a rule change which will improve...

Regulatory reform to the Pilbara electricity system

The Pilbara region is a significant driver of the State’s economic and export performance, yet it labours under an electricity system that is fragmented, high-cost and uncompetitive. Third...

Gas export boom delivers pain and gain for Australians

Both the government and the gas industry have been slow to act to help consumers with the gas market transition, writes David Blowers from the Grattan Institute. Queensland’s liquid natural gas boom...