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Helping hotels lower their power bills
11 February 2021
Small and medium hotels are being supported by the Morrison Government to lower their power bills so they can invest in their business and employ more Australians.
New CEO appointed at the Australian Energy Market Operator
10 February 2021
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has appointed Mr Daniel Westerman as the new Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.
ExxonMobil Altona Refinery
10 February 2021
ExxonMobil’s decision to close its Altona refinery in Victoria is extremely disappointing.
Government supporting expanded beef industry in Queensland
9 February 2021
Joint media release with Assistant Minister for Northern Australia Michelle Landry
The Coalition Government is continuing to bolster local industry with the financial close of a $24 million Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) loan to Signature Onfarm that will secure the expansion of the beef industry in central Queensland.
Government supporting expanded beef industry in Queensland
9 February 2021
Joint media release with Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia Keith Pitt
The Coalition Government is continuing to bolster local industry with the financial close of a $24 million Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) loan to Signature Onfarm that will secure the expansion of the beef industry in central Queensland.
Using solar to power hot water systems and support South Australia's energy grid
6 February 2021
A Government-backed project aimed at reducing energy use for hot water systems at peak times to help manage grid stability and lower costs, will help South Australians to keep the lights on for less.
EV charging trial to protect electricity supply
5 February 2021
The Morrison Government is backing a new trial aimed at better understanding and minimising the impact of electric vehicle (EV) charging on the supply of reliable and secure energy.
Supporting future fuel technologies and consumer choice
5 February 2021
Joint media release with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Michael McCormack
Australians should be able to choose the type of car they drive and the Morrison Government will continue to empower them in making these new technology decisions.
New Acland court decision leaves jobs in limbo
3 February 2021
Joint media release with Garth Hamilton MP, Member for Groom
Federal Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia Keith Pitt says today’s High Court decision on Oakey’s New Acland mine shows the urgent need for the Queensland Labor Government to reform its approval process for resources projects.
Australia sets new renewables records in 2020
2 February 2021
Australia strengthened its position as a renewable energy powerhouse in 2020.