Latest news

Energy yearbook highlights market evolution as transition progresses

The AER today released the State of the energy market 2025 report which provides a comprehensive review of the year that was across Australia’s energy markets.
Type
News releases
Sector
Electricity
Gas

Consultation opens on potential conditions for Ergon Energy’s isolated networks ring-fencing waiver application

We are seeking feedback from stakeholders on the potential conditions the AER are considering for Ergon Energy’s isolated networks waiver.
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity

Consultation opens on the targeted review of the Revenue Determination Guideline for NSW non-contestable projects

Have your say by 30 September 2025 on draft amendments to the guideline aimed at setting out how the AER will make hybrid revenue determinations.
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity

Open Consultations

Our community consultations run across a wide range of topics, and we welcome your input into the work that we do. Engage with us and have your say on our projects that are currently open for consultation.

2025 Review of revenue determination guideline for NSW non-contestable projects

Have your say by 30 September 2025 on draft amendments to the guideline aimed at setting out how the AER will make hybrid revenue determinations.
Type
Reviews
Sector
Electricity
Status
Open

The Trustee for Energy Bay Victor Fund - Riverside Plaza application for individual retail exemption

On 29 August 2025, the AER accepted an application from The Trustee for Energy Bay Victor Fund for an individual exemption.
Type
Retail exemptions
Sector
Electricity
Status
Open

Ausgrid Community Power Network trial waiver application

Ausgrid’s proposal is the first trial application under the policy-led sandboxing approach launched by the AER in February 2025.
Type
Energy Innovation Toolkit
Sector
Electricity
Status
Open

Quick links for consumers

Learn more about how to navigate the energy market as a consumer, including price comparison services and knowing your rights. 

Navigate the energy market

As an energy consumer, learn more about navigating the energy market and the services and resources available.

Embedded networks customers

Live in an apartment block? Or maybe own a business in a shopping centre? Learn more about your rights as a customer in an embedded network.

Make a complaint

Learn more about the number of steps you can take if you are having a problem with your energy service, retailer or distributor.

Have your say on energy matters

Everyone is a consumer of Australia’s energy system which is why it is vital we gain your insights to help shape its future. Find out how you can contribute.

Quick links for industry

Retail pricing and the Default Market Offer

Learn more about what is required from retailers on pricing, the default market offer and having better bills that help consumers participate in the market.

State of the energy market 2025

State of the energy market 2025 reviews the past year in Australia’s electricity and gas markets, highlighting key trends, prices and changes.

Determinations and access arrangements

View current proposals and final AER decisions on the maximum amount of revenue that network businesses can earn from consumers over a 5-year period.

Pricing proposals and tariff variations

We review annual pricing proposals submitted by electricity distribution businesses and annual tariff variations submitted by gas networks.

Subscribe to our latest news and communications.

Click to subscribe