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The Supreme Court of Victoria has ordered Sumo to pay $10M penalties for unlawful doorknocking and best offer messaging failures. This outcome represents the largest penalty ever imposed for breaches of Victoria’s energy laws and codes of practice.

Key findings show higher water bills across Victoria, increased water usage, and more opportunities for water businesses to support customers seeking financial hardship support.

Learn about your rights as a consumer in the sectors we regulate, including electricity and gas, local government, water, transport and the Victorian Energy Upgrades program.

We commenced public consultation on proposed consumer reforms to help Victorian households access cheaper energy deals and increase support for consumers experiencing payment difficulty.
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