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23 August 2026

Energy regulator urged to slash electricity bill premiums to ease cost of living

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Energy regulator urged to slash electricity bill premiums to ease cost of living

Australians are paying unfair premiums for energy transmission infrastructure while many struggle with cost of living pressures, consumer groups claim.

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