The AER has accepted an application from Leda Holdings Pty Ltd for an individual exemption under the NERL for South.Point Shopping Centre
Australian Gas Networks Limited was granted exemptions from gas ring-fencing requirements for Hydrogen Park Gladstone and Hydrogen Park South Australia. | Status: Current
Our draft decision is to grant AGN exemptions from gas ring-fencing obligations for its hydrogen trial projects in South Australia and Gladstone.
ElectraNet’s pass through application relates to costs incurred due to the 17 October 2024 storm. We welcome submissions by 12 November 2026.
Transgrid’s pass through application relates to network support costs incurred in 2025-26. We welcome submissions by 12 November 2026.
On 8 October 2026, the AER approved an application from Yurringa Energy Pty Ltd for an electricity retailer authorisation under the Retail Law.
AER undertakes further targeted consultation following the draft 2026 Rate of Return Instrument. Submissions are open until 23 October 2026.
This will ensure the determinations reflect negotiated amendments to the contractual arrangements
We have published our determination on AusNet’s cost pass through application for the January 2026 bushfires.
On 2 October 2026, the Australian Energy Regulator published an application from Eastern Electric Pty Ltd for an electricity retailer authorisation. | Status: Open
On 2 October 2026, the AER published an application from Eastern Electric Pty Ltd for an electricity retailer authorisation under the Retail Law.
Essential Energy’s pass through application relates to costs incurred due to the 2025 North Coast Weather Event. We welcome submissions by 29 October 2026.
The AER has commenced its assessment of Transgrid’s System Strength Project and will make its final decision on or before 21 October 2026. | Status: Open
On 27 August 2026, Essential Energy applied for regulatory sandbox trial waivers to test islandable microgrids across its network. | Status: Current
The AER is consulting on proposed waivers for Essential Energy’s islandable microgrids sandbox trial. Submissions close 12 November 2026.
AER publishes its final decision on Transgrid’s System Strength Project for the 2026–31 regulatory period.
We are reviewing four retail guidelines. The review will bring the four guidelines together into a single Retail Guidelines document.
AER issues draft decision allowing Powerlink $5,694.1 million in revenue for the next 5 years and invites stakeholder submissions in response.
Have your say on the draft Default Market Offer (DMO) guidelines by 16 October 2026.
The AER seeks the High Court’s ruling on important questions about the meaning & operation of the overcharging protections in the National Energy Retail Rules.
Have your say on our draft network resilience guidelines by 15 October 2026.
The updated guideline sets out our approach and method for making contribution determinations relating to the recovery of NSW Roadmap costs.
The AER has instituted Federal Court proceedings against Sumo Power Pty Ltd and Sumo Gas Pty Ltd for allegedly breaching the National Energy Retail Rules.
The AER’s final decision is to classify the Sturt Plateau Pipeline as a transmission pipeline.
Have your say to inform our 2027–32 electricity transmission revenue final determination for AusNet services.
On 7 September 2026, the AER approved an application from OVO Energy Pty Ltd to surrender its gas retailer authorisation.
On 7 September 2026, the AER approved an application from Agora Retail Pty Limited to surrender its gas retailer authorisation.
The waiver will allow Evoenergy to connect a third party’s battery energy storage system to its dual-function assets.
The waivers will allow Ausnet and Jemena to lease their distribution assets to third parties without functionally separating staff, offices and branding.
The AER has confirmed actions that Powerlink must take to address the material change in circumstances for its system strength regulatory investment test.
The AER has approved TOD Markets Pty Limited as a Market Liquidity Obligation (MLO) exchange, and 6 new electricity derivatives contracts as MLO products.
The AER has extended CPU’s deadline for identifying sites for its electric vehicle charging infrastructure trial to October 2026.
We invite stakeholders to make submissions on our consultation paper - AER preliminary views on Transgrid’s application by 1 October 2026.
This report covers the significant price outcomes that occurred in energy and FCAS from April to June 2026.
On 21 August 2026, the AER published an application from Yurringa Energy Pty Ltd for an electricity retailer authorisation under the National Energy Retail Law. | Status: Open
The AER has published Yurringa Energy’s application for an electricity retailer authorisation. Consultation closes Monday 21 September 2026.
Learn about our objectives for the next five years that focus on outcomes delivering affordability, reliability and progress Australia’s energy transition.
On 20 August 2026, the AER published an application from Squadron Energy Retail for electricity retailer authorisation under the Retail Law. | Status: Open
Our latest Wholesale electricity market performance report has found wholesale electricity prices fell across all National Electricity Market regions in 2025.
The Order will be used to collect information from gas service providers to fulfill the AER’s enhanced wholesale market monitoring and reporting functions.
The AER published an application from Squadron Energy Retail Pty Ltd for an electricity retailer authorisation under the National Energy Retail Law.
Read our Q&A with AER Chair Clare Savage about her keynote address to the Energy Networks Australia 2026 Regulation Seminar held in Brisbane on 5 August 2026.
Read AER Chair Clare Savage's keynote regulator address at the Energy Networks Australia 2026 Regulation Seminar held in Brisbane on 5 August 2026.
Build skills, gain experience and help support Australia’s energy future by becoming an AER Graduate. Applications close 11.30pm AEST 15 September 2026.
AER Statement on the outcome of AGL's appeal of Federal Court orders related to Centrepay payments.
The AER seeks feedback on draft exemption guideline updates for flexible trading reforms and commercial embedded network retrofits by 15 September 2026.
The AER approved an electricity retailer authorisation application from GGP Energy Pty Ltd (GGP Energy)
AER releases guidance concerning use of automated bidding and third-party services
AER releases Framework and Approach papers for Transgrid, ElectraNet and Murraylink’s 2028–33 revenue determinations.
We have published our annual compliance and enforcement report, which details our activities during 2025-26 to improve compliance and protect consumers.
We are consulting on proposed updates to the standardised distribution capex model and the proposed introduction of a new transmission model.
AER review of standardised capital expenditure (capex) model for standard control services (SCS) | Status: Current
The AER’s draft decision is to classify the Sturt Plateau Pipeline as a transmission pipeline.
We welcome submissions on these cost pass through applications by 21 August 2026.
Have your say on draft updates to our Contribution Determination Guideline to improve cost recovery arrangements under the Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap | Status: Current
Have your say on draft updates to our Contribution Determination Guideline to improve cost recovery arrangements under the Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap.
The AER is undertaking the required review of the customer export curtailment value methodology for completion by June 2027. | Status: Open
The AER is reviewing whether the customer export curtailment value methodology should be updated to reflect current and emerging DER value streams.
The report presents the Panel's assessment of the evidence and reasons supporting the draft RORI.
The Australian Energy Regulator today released a Final Determination on APA’s advance capex proposal to expand Victoria’s gas transmission pipeline capacity.
The AER opens consultation on APT Petroleum Pipelines Pty Limited's Roma (Wallumbilla) to Brisbane 2027–32 gas access arrangement transmission proposal.
On 2 July 2026, the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) approved an electricity and gas retailer authorisation application from SUPA Energy Pty Ltd
We have published our determination on Powerlink’s pass through application for costs incurred due to physical security obligations under the SoCI Act reforms.
Apply to join the AER’s Consumer Challenge Panel and help ensure consumer perspectives are heard in regulatory decisions. Applications close 3 August 2026.
Annual Ring-fencing Compliance Reports have been submitted by network service providers for 2025.
We've initiated the Retailer of Last Resort process that allows for the transfer of customers from Zen Energy to ensure continued energy supply.
On 30 June 2026 the AER granted the transfer of ZEN Energy Retail's authorisation to ZEN Energy Retail Holdings subject to the satisfaction of conditions.
This Guideline provides greater clarity for the treatment of non-disclosure claims, and supports consistent and efficient assessment under the EII framework.
The report highlights the contrasting role electricity and gas distribution networks are playing in delivering the energy transition.
AusNet submitted a cost pass through application to recover costs incurred due to the January 2026 bushfires in Victoria. Submissions close 9 July 2026. | Status: Open
We will continue to regulate energy networks, monitor wholesale and retail energy markets, and administer key consumer protections, including the DMO.
The DMO caps the prices a retailer can charge a standing offer customer. It also serves as a reference price for market offers in these regions. | Status: Open
The Orders impose annual reporting obligations on regulated electricity distribution networks, transmission networks, and interconnectors.
We welcome submissions on our draft decision to support an efficient transmission system in the long-term interests of Victorian consumers
Have your say on our preliminary position paper for the System Strength Project hybrid revenue determination by 28 July 2026.
We have published the FERM Scheme Regulator guideline which sets out the process and method for how we make contribution determinations for the SA FERM scheme. | Status: Open
The new CECV values are based on the 2025-26 CECVs, with an adjustment to account for inflation.
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has commenced a review of the Ring-fencing Guideline (electricity distribution) v4 and the Shared Asset Guideline v2. | Status: Current
Register for stakeholder workshops and have your say on the AER’s review of the distribution ring-fencing and shared asset guidelines.
Energy affordability pressures remain high, as the AER continues to advocate for improved customer protections for customers experiencing payment difficulty.
The Priorities focus on consumer vulnerability, smart meter roll out, system security, network compliance and gas market reporting obligations.
We have provided an update on the review of the AER Rebidding and Technical Parameters Guideline commenced 3 March 2026.
Our paper looks at how the AER regulates electricity networks today and how the framework may need to evolve in response to a changing energy system.
The AER has published our updated Retailer of Last Resort Guidelines and Plan to reflect recent regulatory changes.
The AER is reviewing the RoLR guidelines and plan to include recent amendments to the National Energy Retail Law. | Status: Open
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.
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.
Our decision finds the payment terms in Basslink’s proposed contract with Hydro Tasmania are prudent and efficient.
AusNet’s pass through application relates to costs incurred due to the January 2026 bushfires in Victoria. Submissions close 9 July 2026.
The AER is seeking feedback on draft AER Retail Guidelines by close of business on Friday, 17 July 2026.
The AER has published an updated version of the Forecasting Best Practice Guidelines, following a targeted review.
Following an AEMC rule change the AER is developing guidelines about its assessment approach to network resilience expenditure | Status: Open
Have your say on our consultation paper, which will inform the information to be included in the draft network resilience guidelines. Submissions close 10 July.
The AER confirms actions that Transgrid must take to address the material change in circumstances relating to its system strength regulatory investment test.
Consultation opens on Essential Energy’s ring-fencing waiver application for providing kerbside EV charging infrastructure | Status: Open
Have your say on Essential Energy’s application for a ring-fencing waiver to provide kerbside EV charging infrastructure. Submissions close Tuesday 14 July 2026
The Australian Energy Regulator will now undertake a review of the Victorian gas distribution 2028-33 reference service proposals.
The amendments remove planned optional residential and small business demand and flexible load tariffs. Expressions of interest close 23 June 2026.
This will allow Evoenergy to handover provision of other services by separating protection and control assets across the network boundary at a single site.
On 26 May 2026, the AER approved a gas retailer authorisation application from Agora Gas Pty Limited.
The AER has published a new version of its revenue determination guideline for NSW non-contestable projects.
We published our decisions on Ausgrid’s and Transgrid’s 2026–27 adjustment proposals for their NSW non-contestable network project determinations.
AER consults on draft 2026 Rate of Return Instrument
This is the first report under the revised Significant price reporting guidelines outcome criteria covering energy and FCAS prices from January to March 2026.
Decision confirms lower electricity prices for most DMO households and small businesses.
We have published the approved 2026-27 tariff variation proposals of Australian Gas Services (Vic/Albury), AusNet Gas Services and Roma to Brisbane Pipeline
We received an application from ZEN Energy Retail Pty Ltd to transfer an electricity retailer authorisation. We invite submissions by Friday 19 June 2026.
Our decision sets the prices the pipeline’s operator can collect from gas consumers through transmission tariffs from 1 July 2026 – 30 June 2031.
We have published our final decision on Evoenergy’s gas access arrangement for the 2026-31 period.
We have published our final decision on Australian Gas Networks’ gas access arrangement for the 2026-31 period.
We have approved the 2026–27 pricing proposals and network charges for electricity distributors in Victoria.
Have your say on Basslink’s system security network support payment contract application by 4 June 2026.
On 18 August 2026, the AER published revised draft Network Exemptions and Retail Exempt Selling Guidelines, along with a notice of draft decision. | Status: Open
We invite stakeholders to provide feedback on our Network Exemptions Guideline and the Retail Exempt Selling Guideline consultation paper.
We invite stakeholders to make submissions by Friday 5 June on our positions on APA’s advanced capex proposal to expand the South West Pipeline.
The AER has accepted an application from Region RE Limited for an individual retailer authorisation exemption under the NERL at Worongary Town Centre.
The AER is accepting submissions on Transgrid’s System Security Roadmap Operational Technology contingent project application until 5 June 2026.
The Wholesale gas performance report 2026 assesses how aspects of the east coast wholesale gas markets are performing under their current structure.
We will undertake compliance checks of these pricing proposals and proposed network charges.
Transgrid has submitted a contingent project application, seeking an increase to its revenue to fund its System Security Roadmap Operational Technology project. | Status: Open
Basslink's application seeks an AER determination on whether the expenditure for proposed system security network support services is prudent and efficient. | Status: Open
We have published our final revenue decisions for Victorian distribution network service providers for the 2026-31 regulatory period.
The AER has approved cost pass through applications relating to incremental costs arising from recent regulatory changes and Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
We will now undertake compliance checks of Australian Gas Networks (Vic/Albury), AusNet Gas Services and Roma to Brisbane Pipeline’s tariff variation notices.
We have completed compliance checks of Jemena Gas Networks’ 2026–27 tariff variation proposal and published the approved proposal.
We invite interested parties to make submissions on the draft FERM Scheme Regulator guideline before the close of business on 19 May, 2026.
On 24 April 2026, the AER published an application from SUPA Energy Pty Ltd for an gas retailer authorisation under the National Energy Retail Law. | Status: Open
On 24 April 2026, the AER published an application from SUPA Energy Pty Ltd for an electricity retailer authorisation under the National Energy Retail Law. | Status: Open
We have published an application from SUPA Energy Pty Ltd for an gas retailer authorisation under the National Energy Retail Law.
We have published an application from SUPA Energy Pty Ltd for an electricity retailer authorisation under the National Energy Retail Law.
Have your say on the System Strength Project hybrid revenue proposal by 18 May 2026.
We have approved the 2026–27 pricing proposals and network charges for electricity distributors in the ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, and TAS.
We'll undertake a review of the annual adjustment proposals from Ausgrid and Transgrid relating to their revenue determinations for NSW non-contestable projects
This report analyses contracted and uncontracted gas reserves price assumptions reported to the AER for the 2025 calendar year.
The AER has published its final determination on Transgrid’s CWO Enabling Project for the 2026–31 regulatory period.
Have your say on the Framework and Approach papers for Transgrid, ElectraNet and Murraylink’s 2028–33 revenue determination. Submissions close 8 May 2026.
APA’s Roma to Brisbane Pipeline tax change event cost pass through related to the 2025-26 National Energy Market Regulation fee.
The AER has published its determination on AusNet’s 2026–27 easement land tax cost pass through application.
On 2 April 2026, the AER published an application from GGP Energy Pty Ltd for an electricity retailer authorisation under the National Energy Retail Law. | Status: Open
This is the first report we’ve published since retailers were required to report expanded data, giving us a deeper understanding of the retail energy market.
Following the release of the National Electricity Market wholesale market settings review final report, the AER will not be updating the interim Guidelines.
We have published an application from GGP Energy Pty Ltd for an electricity retailer authorisation under the National Energy Retail Law.
We will undertake compliance checks of these pricing proposals and proposed network charges.
South Australia’s Firm Energy Reliability Mechanism ensures reliable electricity supply, and a risk management framework protects consumers financial interests.
The AER invites stakeholder feedback on key elements of Powerlink’s transmission revenue proposal and preliminary issues by 12 May 2026.
Have your say on Transgrid’s application to reopen its 2023–28 transmission revenue determination for Project EnergyConnect (PEC) by 28 April 2026.
On 25 March we commenced a review of the Forecasting Best Practice guidelines. | Status: Open
Consultation has opened on the draft amendments to the Forecasting Best Practice guidelines. Submissions are due by 5.00pm Friday 24 April 2026.
Orders impose annual reporting obligations on regulated electricity distribution networks, transmission networks, and interconnectors. Submissions close 11 May.
On 24 March 2026, the AER published an application from Agora Gas Pty Limited (Agora Gas) for a gas retailer authorisation under the National Energy Retail Law. | Status: Open
The AER alleged that EnergyAustralia transferred an elderly customer from another retailer to itself without obtaining their consent.
On 24 March 2026, the AER published an application from Agora Gas Pty Limited for a gas retailer authorisation under the Retail Law.
On 20 March 2026, the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) approved an gas retailer authorisation application from Flo Energy Australia Pty Ltd.
We will now undertake compliance checks of Jemena Gas Networks’ tariff variation notice prior to publishing an approved version.
The AER has accepted an application from IFM for an individual retailer authorisation exemption under the NER Law at Deeragun Village.
The draft DMO determination points to potential electricity price reductions across NSW, SE Qld and SA. Submit your feedback on the draft by 9 April 2026.
Have your say on draft updates to our Non-contestable Guideline to improve cost recovery arrangements for NSW infrastructure projects with non-network options. | Status: Open
The AER is currently considering a trial waiver application from VIOTAS. | Status: Open
The AER is reviewing its Rebidding and Technical Parameters Guideline (Guideline) | Status: Current
Have your say on our draft guideline on how we assess non-disclosure claims under the NSW Electricity Infrastructure Investment Act. | Status: Open
On 11 February 2026, APA SPP Pty Ltd applied to the AER for a gas pipeline classification decision for the Sturt Plateau Pipeline. | Status: Open
We examine the relative efficiency of the distribution and transmission electricity network service providers | Status: Current
We are reviewing the Benefit Change Notice Guidelines, Better Bills Guideline, Customer Hardship Policy Guideline and Retail Pricing Information Guidelines. | Status: Open
APA submitted an application under rule 80 of the NGR seeking an advanced determination for its capital expenditure for the Victorian Transmission System (VTS). | Status: Open
The Rate of Return Instrument specifies how the AER will determine the allowed rate of return on capital invested in regulated electricity and gas networks. | Status: Open
Gas access arrangement for Roma (Wallumbilla) to Brisbane Pipeline for the 2027–32 regulatory period | Status: Open
Energex electricity revenue determination for the 2025–30 period. | Status: Current
The Orders impose annual reporting obligations on regulated electricity distribution networks, transmission networks, and interconnectors. | Status: Open
Ergon Energy electricity revenue determination for the 2025–30 period | Status: Current
Transgrid's current electricity transmission determination applies from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2028. | Status: Open
On 23 October 2026, the AER accepted an application from Leda Holdings Pty Ltd for an individual exemption. | Status: Open
On 22 May 2026, the AER published an electricity retailer authorisation transfer application from ZEN Energy Retail to ZEN Energy Retail Holdings Pty Ltd | Status: Open
On 13 May 2026 , the AER accepted an application from Region RE Limited for an individual exemption. | Status: Open
On 20 March 2026, the AER accepted an application from IFM Real Estate Fiduciary Pty Ltd ATF IFM Retail Australia Property Trust for an individual exemption. | Status: Open
On 18 March 2026, the AER accepted an application from IFM REAL ESTATE FIDUCIARY PTY LTD for an individual exemption. | Status: Open
The Guidelines set out our intended approach to determining the DMO, how it will achieve objectives and meet the requirements of the regulations. | Status: Open
On 31 October 2025, AusNet Services submitted its transmission revenue proposal to the AER for the 2027–32 regulatory period. | Status: Open
Transgrid submitted a cost pass through application to recover network support costs incurred in 2025-26. | Status: Current
ElectraNet submitted a cost pass through application to recover costs incurred due to the 17 October 2024 storm event in South Australia. | Status: Current
The AER will make a determination of the maximum amount of revenue that Powerlink can earn from customers over the period 1 July 2027 to 30 June 2032. | Status: Open
Essential Energy submitted a cost pass through application to recover costs incurred due to the 2025 North Coast Weather Event in NSW. | Status: Current
Essential Energy submitted an application seeking to recover costs relating to the NSW Emergency Backstop Mechanism. | Status: Current
Endeavour Energy submitted an application seeking to recover costs relating to the NSW Emergency Backstop Mechanism. | Status: Current
Ausgrid submitted an application seeking to recover costs relating to the NSW Emergency Backstop Mechanism Order. | Status: Current
Gas access arrangement for AusNet Gas Services for the 2028–33 regulatory control period | Status: Open
Gas access arrangement for Australian Gas Networks (Victoria and Albury) for the 2028–33 regulatory control period | Status: Open
Gas access arrangement for Multinet Gas for the 2028–33 regulatory control period | Status: Open
The AER will make a determination of the maximum amount of revenue that Transgrid can earn from customers over the period 1 July 2028 to 30 June 2033. | Status: Open
The AER will make a determination of the maximum amount of revenue that ElectraNet can earn from customers over the period 1 July 2028 to 30 June 2033. | Status: Open
The AER will make a determination of the maximum amount of revenue that Murraylink can earn from customers over the period 1 July 2028 to 30 June 2033. | Status: Open