The AER is required under Chapter 6A of the National Electricity Rules (NER) to make transmission determinations for SP AusNet and VENCorp in relation to the Victorian electricity transmission network. The application of Chapter 6A of the NER to the unique Victorian electricity transmission arrangements is reflected in a jurisdictional derogation in Chapter 9 of the NER.
On 28 February 2007, SP AusNet submitted its revenue proposal and proposed negotiating framework and pricing methodology to the AER.
VENCorp submitted its revenue proposal and proposed negotiating framework to the AER on 1 March 2007. VENCorp will submit its proposed pricing methodology separately by 31 May 2007.
The AER has commenced the preliminary examination and consultation process provided under the NER, and expects to publish both proposals at the beginning of May 2007, following receipt of further information from SP AusNet and VENCorp.
The AER wishes to advise interested parties of its intention to hold a public forum on the proposals submitted by SP AusNet and VENCorp on Thursday, 10 May 2007, commencing at 10 am.
For further information or to register, please contact Maria Djopa by Friday, 4th May.