Policy

Stakeholders have rejected a proposal to abolish accountability measures in energy regulation which would see the removal of appeal rights...

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released a consultation paper so stakeholders can have their say on the...

The Victorian Government has released its first comprehensive state-wide water policy in more than 10 years to guide smarter water...

Local governments who act as water services providers for their communities will receive a  licensing exemption, with the money saved...

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released a draft decision to keep regulating the wholesale asymmetrical digital subscriber...

An independent draft report has proposed three pathways for Queensland to achieve its 50 per cent renewable energy target by...

The Australian Capital Territory Greens has launched its Our Energy Future plan, which proposes stopping the rollout of gas infrastructure...

Working around sewage pits can be dangerous due to the high risk of falling. To ensure the safety of workers,...

by Jesse Tyler, Utility A lack of national water industry oversight is making it difficult for industry leaders to obtain...

Natural gas has played a critical role in the restoration of power to South Australia’s homes and businesses after the...

For almost 20 years, SA Water has offered third-party access agreements, allowing businesses to use the spare capacity in their...

Competition in the retail gas market is set to increase for households and small businesses in New South Wales following...

The Queensland Government has proposed new environmental laws for groundwater extraction which will make it tougher for resource companies wanting...

Gas organisations have slammed the Victorian Government’s decision to introduce legislation banning fraccing in the state, saying it will impact future...

Labor’s Michael Gunner has become the Northern Territory's new Chief Minister after winning against current Chief Minister, Adam Giles at the...

The Coalition Government has announced $18 million in funding towards the National Energy Productivity Plan (NEPP) to boost Australia’s competitiveness, help consumers manage...

The Council of Australian Government (COAG) Energy Council has decided to implement a new Gas Supply Strategy which aims to increase...

The Western Australian Government has made it easier for solar power purchase agreement (PPA) providers to operate in the state...

The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has released its 2016 Electricity Statement of Opportunities (ESOO) report which identifies the growing importance...

The design of Victoria’s renewable energy auction scheme is now open for the community and businesses to have their say...

A new report by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) provides an update on NBN wholesale access markets as of...

The Western Australian Government has announced major reforms to the wholesale electricity market in the south-west of the state which...

The Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA) is calling for improved policies to encourage the development and supply of natural...

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has announced his new ministry which includes a new combined Energy and Environment portfolio, and newly...

The Queensland Government has released the state’s first wind farm planning code, intended to support the development of renewable energy....

New legislative changes have come into effect in South Australia that make it easier for third parties to get access...

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has adapted parts of the National Electricity Rules for implementation in the Northern Territory....

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) could regulate the Western Australian electricity network, under new legislation introduced to state parliament.    Western...

Electricity transmission company, ElectraNet will conduct a feasibility study into a new high-voltage electricity interconnector between South Australia and the...

The Victorian Government’s new energy targets propose to have 40 per cent of the state’s electricity generated by renewables by...