Consumers launch first ever legal challenge to bring electricity prices down
PIAC acts for NSW households to lower energy costs in line with other states
New consumer advocacy body for energy announces first CEO
COAG-led Energy Consumers Australia welcomes Rosemary Sinclair
Changes to rules on clarity around fixed term energy contracts “toothless”
National rules still allow changes to gas or electricity rates as soon as contract signed
EnergyAustralia penalised $1million for misleading consumers
Sales agent passed 'new customer' details to energy provider even though no agreement was given by consumers
New energy rebates a big win for NSW consumers
Government announces gas rebate and extends life support rebate to motorised wheelchairs
Poles and wires sell off spells bad news for NSW: pensioners association
CPSA highlights party differences in wholesale electricity policy
Financial counsellors welcome inquiry into VIC energy retailer hardship programs
Disconnections just shy of 60k last year
Regulator must reject proposals for electricity network price rises in NSW
PIAC says network groups are attempting to lock in excessive cost structures
Origin Companies ordered to pay penalties of $325,000 for misleading “discounts”
Higher than standard rate used to calculate savings
Community organisations welcome AGL’s commitment to vulnerable energy customers
Financial counsellors playing an integral role in helping households manage bills
NSW consumer groups call on Energy Regulator to ensure prices head down
Public Interest Advocacy Centre heads charge to balance pressure from electricity networks
Report finds 130 a day disconnected from electricity in NSW
PIAC says value write down of state's poles and wires a must to cut bills