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Photo of a transmission line with an Australian landscape and clouds in the background.
Media releases
26 May 2025
2 min read
Energy Consumers Australia response to DMO 2025-26 Final Decision
Media release in response to the Default Market Offer (DMO) 2025-26.
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Media releases
14 May 2025
3 min read
Jemena decision underlines urgent need for national gas transition plan, ECA says
Media release in response to today's final determination on the 2025-30 gas distribution access arrangement for Jemena Gas Networks by the Australian Energy Regulator (AER).
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CEO updates
30 April 2025
2 min read
From the CEO: April 2025
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CEO updates
31 March 2025
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From the CEO: March 2025
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Commentary
31 March 2025
3 min read
Foresighting Forum 2025 Reflections
Discover key insights from participants at our recent Foresighting Forum on the opportunities in consumer advocacy.
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Media releases
26 March 2025
2 min read
Budget response from Energy Consumers Australia (March 2025)
Media release in response to the Federal Budget 2025-26.
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Photo of a girl with her hands on a kitchen counter, looking at a steel saucepan on an induction cooktop that is about eye height
Commentary
19 March 2025
3 min read
How to responsibly wind down the gas network?
The transition to all-electric homes and businesses needs to be delivered in a way that benefits all consumers, without unfairly penalising people who face greater barriers to electrification.
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Media releases
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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