Victoria consults on lower prices for embedded network customers
The Victorian Government has opened consultation on proposed pricing reforms for embedded networks, following its announcement that it intends to require lower energy prices for
Energy Retailer Assurance Audits in 2026: An Australian Guide
Assurance audits used to be a tick-the-box exercise. They are not anymore. With the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) refreshing its Compliance Procedures and Guidelines and releasing an updated Practice
Embracing the uncertainty of rapid advancement and adoption of general artificial intelligence for energy businesses
The way businesses and professionals interact with artificial intelligence has changed. Over the past two months, we have observed a shift across our client base and the broader regulatory and legal community that goes beyond curiosity or experimentation. Professionals who were previously sceptical are now actively engaging with AI tools. Those who were already experimenting are finding that the tools have become materially more capable than they were even six months ago.
The AER’s Independence: Understanding What the Structural Separation Means for Energy Businesses
On 1 July 2026, just months from now, the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) will formally separate from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, ending a
How Regulatory Constraints Spark Innovation: Turning Compliance Challenges Into Competitive Advantages
Conventional wisdom suggests that regulation stifles innovation. The narrative is familiar: compliance requirements drain resources, create bureaucratic friction, and constrain creative problem-solving. Yet the reality
October 2025 Energy Regulation Update: Consumer Protections and Embedded Networks
Changes in Victoria From the start of October 2025 regulators in Australia have rolled out new consumer protection measures and signalled further reforms for embedded network