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Recent updates
Matt Garbutt appointed AER CEO
The AER has today announced the appointment of Matt Garbutt as Chief Executive Officer of the AER.
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News releases
Alinta fined $1.089 million for alleged mishandling of Centrepay payments
Alinta has paid $1.089 million after being issued 15 infringement notices by the AER for alleged breaches of the overcharging obligations in the NERR.
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News releases
Key milestones and dates updated for the 2026 Rate of Return Instrument review
AER has updated the key milestones and dates for the 2026 Rate of Return Instrument review, including adding an Eligible Experts’ report public forum.
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Communications
AER is consulting on changes to retail guidelines
We invite feedback on opportunities to improve and simplify 4 of our retail guidelines used by authorised retailers. Have your say by Tuesday, 23 December 2025.
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Communications
AER makes final decision for Ausgrid’s Hunter-Central Coast REZ non-contestable revenue determination
The AER made its final decision on Ausgrid’s HCC REZ project and will publish its revenue determination after EnergyCo informs us financial close has occurred.
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Communications
AER grants a ring-fencing waiver to Essential Energy to offer training services through a training academy
The AER grants a waiver to Essential Energy to establish a training academy in regional NSW.
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Communications
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