State faces huge bill for major coal-plant's lifeline A leading energy analyst is urging the NSW government not to extend the life of a major coal-fired power plant and instead invest in zero-emissions solutions. AAP · Mar 27, 2024
Most want energy-efficient homes but are stuck on price Most Australian buyers, renters and builders want energy-efficient homes, a study has found, but high prices and a lack of knowledge are holding them back. AAP · Mar 22, 2024
Australia’s big electricity generators say nuclear not viable for at least a decade AGL Energy, Alinta, EnergyAustralia and Origin Energy say they will remain focused on renewables despite Coalition support for nuclear reactors The Guardian - AU · Mar 18, 2024
Origin fined for breach of family violence care Origin Energy failed to protect vulnerable customers after referring customers affected by family violence to debt collectors to recoup overdue fees. AAP · Feb 27, 2024
Lake community groups to share in $5 million Eraring investment fund Eraring Community Investment Fund applications close on March 24. Newcastle Herald · Feb 22, 2024
Origin expands energy footprint across regional NSW Origin Energy has added proposed wind and solar farm projects to its rural assets in NSW that will need new transmission lines along yet to be agreed routes. AAP · Feb 20, 2024
Chaos events make gas more crucial, Origin Energy says Big batteries and fast-start gas plants will keep the lights on across Australia and help to stabilise highly volatile power costs, Origin Energy says. AAP · Feb 14, 2024
Origin Energy to plug in big battery alongside gas Origin Energy says it will build a $400 million big battery in Victoria to maintain a reliable power supply and support Australia's transition to renewables. AAP · Jan 29, 2024
Power trial promises to fill up electric cars for $5 Australia's largest energy retailer is launching an electric vehicle trial that will deliver cheap power to drivers who recharge during off-peak times. AAP · Jan 25, 2024
'Even more confident' Eraring will close in 2025: new energy report Climate Energy Finance report argues that Eraring Power Station should close in 2025 Newcastle Herald · Jan 18, 2024
Origin Energy accused of failing vulnerable customers Victoria's Essential Services Commission has launched civil penalty proceedings in the Supreme Court against energy retailer Origin Energy. AAP · Dec 22, 2023
Octopus Energy raises $800m and aims to create 3,000 green jobs in UK Extra cash values firm at nearly $8bn, as it says it has greater share of home electricity market than British Gas The Guardian - UK · Dec 18, 2023
Abrupt closure of Myuna Bay centre still doesn't make much sense MYUNA BAY SITE: Review crucial to assess whether shutdown warranted Newcastle Herald · Dec 14, 2023
No space for Eraring, new report says coal plant won't be needed post 2025 Analysis says renewables will fill the gap left by the closure of Eraring. Newcastle Herald · Dec 14, 2023
Newcastle Herald · Dec 13, 2023 Piper slams council's 'appalling' decision to try to save Myuna Bay Mr Piper argues it flies in the face of expert advice.
Newcastle Herald · Dec 11, 2023 Council tries to stonewall 'bloody-minded pursuit' to demolish Myuna Councillors come out swinging to save Myuna Bay recreation centre.
AAP · Dec 4, 2023 Shareholders pull the plug on Origin takeover bid Origin Energy shareholders have sunk Brookfield's $20 billion takeover bid and the promise of tens of billions of dollars extra in renewables investment.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 23, 2023 Vote over Origin Energy $20bn takeover bid delayed until next month as revised offer on table Energy company says vote will be on 4 December so shareholders can consider offer from Brookfield and EIG
AAP · Nov 23, 2023 Late bid for Origin Energy as first offer loses power A private equity consortium hoping to acquire Origin Energy has put forward a new offer after it became clear the previous one would have failed.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 2, 2023 Afternoon Update: Adelaide family tell of ‘nerve-racking’ Gaza escape; cricketers ridicule ‘Bazball’ dictionary inclusion; and sign up for a blind date The family are among 20 Australians who have managed to escape Gaza via the Rafah crossing
AAP · Nov 2, 2023 Aust shares rally after Fed chair hints rate hikes over The ASX200 rose 0.9 per cent to close at a 13-day high after US Fed chairman Jerome Powell's dovish remarks.
AAP · Nov 2, 2023 Origin Energy $16b acquisition on the rocks Brookfield and EIG Partners have made a "best and final" offer for Origin Energy but major stakeholder AustralianSuper remains opposed.
AAP · Oct 17, 2023 Origin Energy eyes keeping Eraring running beyond 2025 Origin Energy says talks continue with the NSW government on delaying the closure of Australia's largest coal plant Eraring to support a reliable power supply.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 10, 2023 Afternoon update: police defend arresting man with Israeli flag; Ben Roberts-Smith to lodge almost $1m for appeal; and Seinfeld hints at return Flag bearer ‘removed for his safety’ from protest, police say