ACCC Warns of East Coast Gas Shortfall
Australia’s east coast gas market just entered a new phase of uncertainty, with the risk of a gas shortfall. According to the ACCC’s Gas Inquiry Report, released on June 30, the short-term supply outlook has deteriorated significantly since December. A potential gas shortfall in Q4 2025 and throughout 2026 is now on the table – […]
As Gas Usage Falls, Who Pays for the Pipes?
Australia’s gas industry is at a crossroads. As more households and businesses make the switch to electric appliances, the country’s vast gas pipeline network faces a growing dilemma: fewer users left to cover the same costs. In response, pipeline owners are seeking to recover more of their costs up front, and those consuming gas are […]
Gas-Fired Electricity Generation Surges – Victoria Uses Over 83% of Annual Forecast in Five Days
Between Sunday 8 June and Friday 13 June 2025, Victoria consumed more than 4,668 terajoules (TJ) of gas for gas-fired electricity generation. This is a striking figure given that the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) had forecast just 5,600 TJ for the entire year under its central scenario, outlined in the 2025 Gas Statement of […]
Gas Prices: Australia’s East–West Divide
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 […]
The Future of Gas: Market Risks & Policy Shifts
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. […]