As an energy network business, we are regulated by the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). Through the EDPR, the AER determines the prices we can charge for safe, reliable electricity supply to customers.
In April 2026, the AER made their final decision for our EDPR for 2026-2031.
The AER approved $2.6 billion to maintain and upgrade our electricity distribution network, along with $1.6 billion to operate the network over the next five years.
Our 2022-26 proposal
In an Australian first, we negotiated with customers on priorities for future investment in the electricity network.
This approach was part of “New Reg”, a new model of consumer engagement. New Reg is an initiative from the Australian Energy Regulator, Energy Networks Australia and Energy Consumers Australia. This ensured consumers had a strong say in regulatory outcomes.
The outcome of our engagement offers price relief for customers and ensures we have a sufficient budget to maintain and improve network reliability and safety. We also have a stronger incentive to further improve customer experience.
To achieve these outcomes we published a Regulatory Proposal and then a Revised Proposal. The AER assessed each of our proposals before issuing a Draft and Final Decision.
The regulatory proposal documents are provided below.