Energy bills to rise by 20% to 30% in parts of Australia

The gas industry has been put on notice by the federal government over fears of a supply shortage

The gas industry has been put on notice by the federal government over fears of a supply shortage Source: Pixabay / pixabay images

Australian households and businesses have been warned to brace themselves for a difficult, expensive winter. Because in July, electricity prices could rise by up to 30% in some parts of the east coast. Government intervention could alleviate some, but not all, of the pain.


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