Essential Services Commission

09 April 2026

VCAT upholds regulator's decision on Goulburn-Murray Water pricing

In June 2024, the Essential Services Commission released its final decision on how much Goulburn-Murray Water can charge its customers for water services from 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2028.

02 April 2026

Regulator releases draft decision on North East Water’s proposed prices

The Essential Services Commission has released its draft decision on how much North East Water can charge customers for water services over the next five years, from 1 July 2026.

02 April 2026

Regulator releases draft decision on Melbourne Water’s prices

The Essential Services Commission has released its draft decision on how much Melbourne Water can charge its customers for water, sewerage, waterways and drainage services over the next five years, from 1 July 2026.

27 March 2026

Businesses forfeit $4.2 million in energy efficiency certificates, one banned for false claims

The Essential Services Commission has banned one accredited business from the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program, and refused millions of dollars in certificates claimed by two businesses for allegedly providing false information about energy efficiency projects and breaching consumer protec

24 March 2026

Strengthening protections for energy customers

The Essential Services Commission is inviting Victorians to help shape the next stage of energy reforms, with a focus on strengthening protections for vulnerable Victorians.

20 March 2026

Regulator takes energy retailer ENGIE to court alleging customer support failures

The Essential Services Commission has commenced civil penalty proceedings in the Supreme Court of Victoria against energy retailer ENGIE.