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Media releases
02 July 2020
2 min read
SME Retail Tariff Tracker Final Report: June 2020
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Media releases
18 December 2025
2 min read
Smart meter real-time data decision a win for consumers, ECA says
Media release: Energy Consumers Australia is delighted that its advocacy for consumers has been recognised by the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) final determination on real-time data for smart meters.
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Media releases
01 August 2025
2 min read
Small businesses to have their say on energy transition
Media release: A crucial roundtable will explore how the nation’s small businesses can best meet the challenges of the energy transition.
10 June 2021
4 min read
Small businesses benefit as energy bills continue to fall
Commentary
15 November 2021
6 min read
Small business, big impact
05 December 2022
3 min read
Small Business Retail Tariff Tracker December 2022
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Commentary
29 October 2025
4 min read
Simplicity doesn't equal higher engagement
Most households in the National Electricity Market can choose their electricity retailer. In theory, this should foster competition - but evidence suggests otherwise.
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Media releases
30 April 2026
2 min read
Shrinking gas networks will drive up energy bills without urgent national electrification plan, new report shows
Media release: A new report from Energy Consumers Australia (ECA) is calling on governments to make all new homes and small commercial buildings all-electric.
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Media releases
30 March 2026
3 min read
Seize the moment to accelerate electrification of Australian economy
Media release: With Australia in the grips of the third global energy crisis in six years, a coalition of energy, industry and consumer advocacy organisations calls on Australian governments to bolster the security, affordability and productivity of Australia’s energy systems, by turbocharging electrification across the economy.

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