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AER is increasing the minimum disconnection amount from 1 July 2026
Following consultation, the AER has published a final decision to increase the minimum disconnection amount from $300 to $500 (including GST) from 1 July 2026.
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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.
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AER Chair highlights shared challenges and opportunities in recent speeches
AER Chair Clare Savage reflects on challenges and opportunities for regulators in fast-changing markets, stressing innovation, fairness and consumer focus.
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Updated consultation process for AER retail guidelines review
We've streamlined how we will review four of our retail guidelines during 2025-26 which will also make it easier to participate in the consultation process.
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ACCC/AER Regulatory Conference 2025: Opening Address
Read the opening address given by AER Chair Clare Savage at the 2025 ACCC/AER Regulatory Conference, held on 7 August 2025.
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Consultation open on Ausgrid Community Power Network trial waiver application
Have your say on Ausgrid’s application for a sandboxing trial waiver to install and operate generation infrastructure in a new way to help the broader network.
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