Australian households are bracing for increased electricity costs in the coming months, further intensifying the current cost-of-living crisis. The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) announced a draft decision that will raise …
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Queenslanders are facing significant challenges as thousands remain without power nearly a week after Cyclone Alfred wreaked havoc, with damage described as “sobering.” State-owned power company Energex has reported that …
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More than 10,000 Homes Left Without Power as Lightning Strikes Cause Widespread Outages and Wildfires in South Australia
by adminScattered lightning strikes overnight have caused severe bushfires and widespread power outages across South Australia, particularly in the south-east. Fire brigades responded to numerous grass fires after thousands of dry …
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Power Outages Affect Thousands as Evacuation Orders are Issued Ahead of Cyclone Alfred’s Arrival
by adminTens of thousands are facing power outages across south-east Queensland and northern New South Wales as Cyclone Alfred approaches the coast. Many residents, particularly in flood-prone areas like Lismore, have …
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A widespread blackout on Tuesday has cast much of Chile into darkness, leading to significant disruptions for millions, including halted public transport, internet outages, and paralyzed businesses and daily activities. …
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Nuclear Ambitions: Introducing Grace Stanke, the American Pageant Queen Pursuing Her Mission Down Under
by adminNuclear power has been illegal in Australia since the early 2000s, but 22-year-old former Miss America Grace Stanke is advocating for a change. Currently visiting for over a week, she …
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What’s Behind the Power Outages in Queensland’s Floods and When Can We Expect Them to End?
by adminSignificant power outages are affecting thousands of residences in northern and far northern Queensland due to severe storms, which have damaged power lines and substations amid widespread flooding. Ingham has …
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The multimillion-dollar energy cost solution that might be arriving in a neighbourhood near you soon
by adminAustralian households may soon access substantial government subsidies aimed at reducing energy bills. This initiative is part of a $144 million extension of electrification programs over the past six years. …
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Nuclear Energy Under Scrutiny Once More as Fresh CSIRO Report Suggests It Could Drive Up Electricity Costs
by adminA recent report by CSIRO has raised significant concerns regarding the fiscal feasibility of nuclear energy in Australia. The GenCost report reveals that nuclear power is expected to be over …