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The Nelson Review in action: ESEM draft legislation released
On 11 September 2026, the Energy and Climate Change Ministerial Council (ECMC), excluding Queensland, agreed to release for public consultation a draft regulatory package implementing the core recommendations of the independent review of the NEM wholesale market settings (the Nelson Review). The package comprises amendments to the National Electricity Law, detailed in a Bill (Bill) and amendments to the National Electricity Rules, along with an accompanying consultation paper.
15 September 2026
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Australia wants the data centre boom: can it get the power settings right?
Australia has an opportunity to secure its position as a major data centre hub in the region. But to capture it, investors need something Australia cannot afford to leave uncertain - a clear pathway for securing power.
10 September 2026
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Unlocking opportunity: Northern Territory backs its resources and energy future
The Northern Territory is moving decisively to position itself for the next phase of resources and energy investment, with the Finocchiaro Government delivering a major reform package to modernise the Territory’s resources framework and unlock new investment across mining, gas, hydrogen and carbon capture and storage (CCS).
27 August 2026