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Recent updates
AER releases 2026–27 Compliance and Enforcement Priorities
The Priorities focus on consumer vulnerability, smart meter roll out, system security, network compliance and gas market reporting obligations.
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Communications
AER releases analysis exploring the future of electricity network regulation
Our paper looks at how the AER regulates electricity networks today and how the framework may need to evolve in response to a changing energy system.
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Communications
AER Rebidding and Technical Parameters Guideline Consultation Update
We have provided an update on the review of the AER Rebidding and Technical Parameters Guideline commenced 3 March 2026.
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Communications
AER publishes final amendments to the Retailer of Last Resort Guidelines and Plan
The AER has published our updated Retailer of Last Resort Guidelines and Plan to reflect recent regulatory changes.
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Communications
AER grants trial waivers to help manage peak energy demand
The trial waivers, each lasting 5 years, will allow VIOTAS and Enel X to trial sites with multiple connection points in the Wholesale Demand Response Mechanism.
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News releases
Tickets now on sale for the 2026 ACCC/AER Regulatory Conference
To be held in Brisbane on 6–7 August 2026, this conference brings speakers from around the world to discuss emerging issues in regulatory theory and practice.
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Communications
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