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Gas Reservation: Who’s Backing Your Energy Supply

Gas production and storage facility

Australia’s biggest east coast LNG producer just went on record with the federal government – and they didn’t mince words. In a formal submission to the government’s Gas Market Review Consultation, Australia Pacific LNG (APLNG) called for a federally-mandated export licensing regime that forces LNG producers to keep a fair share of gas here at […]

Gas Prices: Australia’s East–West Divide

Gas Prices: East vs West

We’re often told Australia is an energy superpower but, if you’re a business on the east coast, it doesn’t always feel that way. A recent article in the Australian Financial Review explored the growing frustration over gas prices, highlighting just how stark the divide is between east and west. And while federal intervention is being […]

Increasing Scrutiny for Gas Exporters

Gas plant at sunset

As Australia inches toward the federal election on May 3rd, gas has taken centre stage – this time not just for its role in energy reliability, but for the economics behind how it’s taxed, exported, and used. As independent energy consultants, we keep a close eye on how these conversations shape market dynamics, influence pricing, […]

Gas Policy in the Spotlight Ahead of the Election

The Australian Parliament House at Dusk

As Australians prepare to head to the polls, energy policy is once again shaping up as a key election issue—this time centred around the role of gas in the nation’s economic and energy future. With rising energy costs, supply constraints, and ongoing industry pressure, both major parties are presenting different approaches to managing gas—balancing climate […]

The Future of Gas: Market Risks & Policy Shifts

Gas Infrastructure in Australia

Australia’s gas market is under pressure. Structural supply issues, increasing volatility, and the growing risk of shortfalls are now being compounded by policy conversations that are rapidly evolving. Over the past fortnight alone, we’ve seen: From our position at Utilizer, as expert energy consultants, we see this evolving conversation as a clear signal to prepare. […]