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Energy market commission acts on energy users’ call for reform

New electricity market rules to reward industrial energy users for cutting demand at peak times would be a win for all energy users, Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Innes Willox said.

Jul 22, 2019

Simpler, fairer energy deals on the way

From 1 July 2019 EnergyAustralia customers will get simpler and fairer energy deals.

Jul 10, 2019

AEMO outlines transmission’s role in the future grid

Energy Networks Australia has welcomed the Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) recognition in today’s (July 10 2019) Insights paper on the importance of transmission to support our transforming system.

Jul 10, 2019

Priority on gas prices is positive – the follow through will be decisive

“Businesses dealing with steep increases in the prices of gas and gas-linked power will be encouraged by reports of a deal between the Federal Government and Centre Alliance on gas policy,” Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Innes Willox said.

Jul 4, 2019

ACCC to enforce new rules for electricity retailers

The ACCC will be enforcing new rules that will benefit most electricity consumers by both limiting standing offer electricity prices and imposing new advertising rules on electricity providers under the new Electricity Retail Code. This code comes into force in South East Queensland, New South…

Jul 1, 2019

Australia’s resource and energy exports continue to set records

Just-released figures show income earned for Australia from exports of resources and energy is hitting record highs.

Jul 1, 2019

Stand-alone power systems – no brainer

Energy Networks Australia has welcomed Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) recommendations to allow network businesses to install stand-alone power systems (SAPS) for some rural and remote customers.

May 30, 2019

WA Energy Minister welcomes new directors of Western Power

WA Energy Minister Bill Johnston is pleased to announce changes to Western Power’s board, with the appointment of two new members: Guy Chalkley and Kathryn Barrie.

May 29, 2019

New Smart Energy Hub helps customers learn about energy

WA Energy Minister Bill Johnston officially opened Synergy’s new Smart Energy Hub at Home Base in Subiaco.

May 28, 2019

WA Government creates Energy Transformation Taskforce

WA Energy Minister Bill Johnston established the Energy Transformation Taskforce, which will implement the WA Government’s Energy Transformation Strategy.

May 20, 2019

State Government to fund energy consumer advocacy activities

The WA Government has allocated $900,000 over three years to support energy consumer advocacy in Western Australia.

May 10, 2019

East Perth Power Station redevelopment takes major step forward

A job-creating redevelopment of the iconic East Perth Power Station has taken a significant step forward, with the WA Government allocating $30 million towards carrying out long-awaited site works.

May 6, 2019