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We regulate electricity networks and natural gas pipelines by setting the maximum amount of revenue they can earn from consumers. 

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We monitor the performance of wholesale gas and electricity markets, the activities of market participants and their compliance with market rules.  

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Retail

Learn more about our role in monitoring the activities of energy retailers to help consumers make informed choices about their energy supplier.

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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.
Communications
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Retail

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.
News releases
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Wholesale

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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Corporate
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Latest AER regulatory decisions

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Multinet Gas Networks - Access arrangement 2028–33

Gas access arrangement for Multinet Gas for the 2028–33 regulatory control period
Access arrangements
Open
Effective date
Commencement date
Accepting submissions
Distribution
VIC

Australian Gas Networks (Victoria and Albury) - Access arrangement 2028–33

Gas access arrangement for Australian Gas Networks (Victoria and Albury) for the 2028–33 regulatory control period
Access arrangements
Open
Effective date
Commencement date
Accepting submissions
Distribution
VIC

AusNet Gas Services - Access arrangement 2028–33

Gas access arrangement for AusNet Gas Services for the 2028–33 regulatory control period
Access arrangements
Open
Effective date
Commencement date
Accepting submissions
Distribution
VIC
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