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Recent updates
AER updates SSG Compliance Bulletin following enablement of Max Avail
The AER has updated its Semi-Scheduled Generator (SSG) Compliance Bulletin and checklist following AEMO’s enablement of the Max Avail field for SSGs.
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Communications
Callide Power Trading penalised $9 million for not meeting performance standards
Callide Power Trading ordered by the Federal Court to pay a penalty of $9 million for breaches of the National Electricity Rules.
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News releases
AER releases draft decision on AusNet’s 2023−28 access arrangement variation proposal
Have your say by 11 April 2025 to inform our final decision on AusNet Gas Services’ 2023−28 access arrangement variation proposal.
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Communications
AER reports on latest compliance and enforcement activities
Over the last six months, the AER’s compliance and enforcement outcomes included more than $37 million in court ordered and infringement notice penalties.
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Communications
Have your say on AusNet Services’ distribution cost pass through application
AusNet Services’ pass through application relates to distribution network costs incurred during Victoria’s September 2024 storm. Submissions close 25 February.
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Communications
Wholesale energy prices fall in southern regions but rise in northern regions
The AER's latest Wholesale markets quarterly report for October to December 2024 has found energy prices rose in northern regions but fell in southern regions.
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News releases
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