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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Arpan Rai

Australians urged to turn off lights and appliances for two hours every evening

AP

Australia’s energy minister has asked residents in Sydney and the New South Wales state to switch off their lights for two hours every evening to prevent power blackouts.

Australia is grappling with energy shortage woes after authorities shut down the electricity market because of unscheduled blackouts at power stations.

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