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Latest news
AER begins consultation on Transgrid’s application to reopen the 2023–28 transmission revenue determination for Project EnergyConnect
Have your say on Transgrid’s application to reopen its 2023–28 transmission revenue determination for Project EnergyConnect (PEC) by 28 April 2026.
Type
Communications
AER releases draft 2026-28 Annual Information Orders for Consultation
Orders impose annual reporting obligations on regulated electricity distribution networks, transmission networks, and interconnectors. Submissions close 11 May.
Type
Communications
AER initiates review of the Forecasting Best Practice guidelines
Consultation has opened on the draft amendments to the Forecasting Best Practice guidelines. Submissions are due by 5.00pm Friday 24 April 2026.
Type
Communications
Open Consultations
2026 review of the Forecasting Best Practice guidelines
On 25 March we commenced a review of the Forecasting Best Practice guidelines.
Type
Reviews
Status
Open
2026 Review of the Retailer of Last Resort guidelines and plan
The AER is reviewing the RoLR guidelines and plan to include recent amendments to the National Energy Retail Law.
Type
Reviews
Status
Open
IFM Real Estate Fiduciary Pty Ltd as trustee for IFM Retail Australia Property Trust - Deeragun Village application for individual retail exemption
On 20 March 2026, the AER accepted an application from IFM Real Estate Fiduciary Pty Ltd ATF IFM Retail Australia Property Trust for an individual exemption.
Type
Retail exemptions
Status
Open
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