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AER approves costs for Essential Energy’s bushfire risk reclassification contingent project

We've approved $63.8 million in total capital expenditure for Essential Energy to undertake its bushfire risk reclassification contingent project.
Communications
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Distribution

AER appoints new Wholesale Energy Market Dispute Resolution Adviser (WEMDRA).

The new WEMDRA will begin on 1 July 2025.
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Distribution
Transmission
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Project Assessment Draft Report extension for the Waddamana to Palmerston Transfer Capability Upgrade project

AER grants extension to 28 February 2026 for Waddamana to Palmerston Transfer Capability Upgrade project Project Assessment Draft Report
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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.

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Guidance note on emissions reduction

This guidance note takes a principles-based approach on our expectations for expenditure forecasting in relation to emissions reduction.
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Accepting submissions

Capital Expenditure Guideline Review 2025

We are undertaking a consultative process for amending the Capital Expenditure Incentive Guideline.
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Consumer matters
Distribution
Transmission

Marinus Link - Intending transmission network application

Marinus Link intending Transmission Network Service Provider (TNSP) application and Commencement and Process Paper.
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Accepting submissions
Transmission
TAS
VIC
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Learn more about how to navigate the energy market as a consumer, including price comparison services and knowing your rights. 

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Navigate the energy market

As an energy consumer, learn more about navigating the energy market and the services and resources available.
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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.
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Learn more about the number of steps you can take if you are having a problem with your energy service, retailer or distributor.
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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.

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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.
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State of the energy market 2024

The AER’s annual summary of ‘the year that has been’ across electricity and gas supply chains, including wholesale markets, transportation and retail.
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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.
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Pricing proposals and tariff variations

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

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