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17 March 2025
3 min read
Proposed gas rule changes will ensure better consumer energy transition
Media release: We've submitted four crucial amendments to the National Gas Rules, to ensure millions of Australians facing barriers to electrification, or exiting the gas network, will not be unfairly or financially punished.
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14 March 2025
2 min read
Response from Energy Consumers Australia to today’s announcements from governments
Media release: We're delighted that ministers have today endorsed the Better Energy Customer Experiences program, designed to significantly improve and modernise Australia’s consumer protection regime across the energy sector.
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13 March 2025
2 min read
DMO is not an effective safety net for consumers
Media release: The Default Market Offer (DMO) exists to protect people, particularly those in vulnerable circumstances, from paying disproportionately high electricity prices. It’s not working effectively if it is priced up to 25% above more competitive offers.
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28 February 2025
2 min read
From the CEO: February 2025
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11 February 2025
3 min read
Consumers and local networks to benefit from rule change request
Media release: Reduced power bills for consumers and a more efficient network could be among several benefits if our rule change request to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) is successful.
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06 February 2025
2 min read
More Australian households turning to all-electric, new survey shows
Media release: Our latest report shows that a significant number of homeowners are considering whether to electrify in the near future.
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16 January 2025
3 min read
Time of use tariffs yet to work for many consumers, new report shows
Media release: Our new report shows many Australian households are receiving limited benefits from dynamic pricing structures like time of use and demand tariffs.
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19 December 2024
3 min read
From the CEO: December 2024
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06 December 2024
2 min read
Response to today’s Energy and Climate Change Ministerial Council announcements
Media release: We congratulate Energy Ministers on the commitments made today to support Australian households and small businesses.
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