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Review of the AER exemptions framework for embedded networks

The AER is undertaking a Review of the AER exemptions framework for embedded networks.
Type
Reviews
Sector
Electricity
Status
Open

AER approves AEMO’s Retailer Reliability Obligation request for South Australia

On 28 November 2023 the AER made a T-3 Reliability Instrument for South Australia from 1 December 2026 to 28 February 2027 inclusive.
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity

AER releases 2023 electricity distribution and transmission benchmarking reports

AER releases 2023 electricity distribution and transmission benchmarking reports
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity

Annual benchmarking reports 2023

We examine the relative efficiency of the distribution and transmission electricity network service providers in 2023.
Type
Reviews
Sector
Electricity
Status
Historical

Have your say on flexible export limits

Consultation is now open on our draft interim guidance note explaining the regulatory framework needed for flexible export limits in electricity distribution.
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity

AER releases Issues Paper for Basslink conversion application and revenue determination

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has today released an Issues Paper for the Basslink interconnector conversion application and revenue determination.
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity

Social licence for electricity transmission projects

The AER published a Directions Paper on Social licence for electricity transmission projects.
Type
Reviews
Sector
Electricity
Status
Open

Wholesale energy prices and demand fall in July to September period

Our latest Wholesale Markets Quarterly reveals that milder winter weather has led to lower demand for energy and a fall in wholesale electricity and gas prices.
Type
News releases
Sector
Electricity
Gas

AER commences consultation on 2024–25 default market offer determination

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has today released an issues paper on the 2024–25 default market offer (DMO 6) price determination.
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity

AER publishes draft determination on Transgrid’s Waratah Super Battery project

The AER released a draft determination on Transgrid’s proposed network augmentations for the Waratah Super Battery project.
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity

AER consults on draft Pipeline Access Dispute Guide

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has published the draft Pipeline Access Dispute Guide for consultation.
Type
Communications
Sector
Gas

AER releases guidance on amended National Energy Objectives

The AER has released final guidance to address the new emissions reduction objective.
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity
Gas

Energy bills simplified for consumers

Energy bills will be easier for consumers to understand as energy retailers comply with the new billing obligations in the AER's Better Bills Guideline.
Type
News releases
Sector
Electricity
Gas

Guidance on amended National Energy Objectives

On 28 September 2023, the AER published guidance on the amended national energy objectives. This guidance is supported by an explanatory statement.
Type
Guidelines
Sector
Electricity
Gas
Status
Open

AER releases APA Group conversion proposal for Basslink

The AER has published further information submitted by APA in support of their conversion and revenue determination proposal for the Basslink interconnector.
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity

AER releases final regulatory guide for gas pipelines

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has released the final Pipeline Regulatory Determinations and Elections Guide (the Guide) for gas pipelines.
Type
Communications
Sector
Gas

AER completes transparency review of AEMO 2023 Inputs, Assumptions and Scenarios Report

The AER has conducted a transparency review of the Australian Energy Market Operator’s 2023 Inputs, Assumptions and Scenarios Report (IASR).
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity

AER approves cost for HumeLink early works stage 1 part 2

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has approved costs for HumeLink early works stage 1 part 2 following Transgrid’s contingent project application.
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity

NSW contribution determination guideline (2023) - Superseded

Our guideline explains how we determine the annual costs of the NSW electricity infrastructure roadmap that will then be recovered from consumers.
Type
Guidelines
Sector
Electricity
Status
Historical

AER extends timeframe for making a decision on VNI West RIT-T dispute

The AER has extended the timeframe for making a decision on the dispute raised by MCHPA in relation to AVP and TransGrid’s Joint Victoria VNI-West RIT-T
Type
Communications
Sector
Electricity