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Latrobe Households See Aurora Energy Support Amidst Price Stability Claims

4 Nov 2026

Aurora Energy reported strong performance and continued customer support, stating regulated electricity prices remain among the nation's lowest.

Energy

Wesley Vale AI Factory Faces December Deadline for Major Project Proposal

28 Oct 2026 · Wesley Vale

Firmus Technologies has until December 15 to lodge a complete major project proposal for its planned 52MW AI data centre at Wesley Vale, or the application will be treated as withdrawn.

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Devonport Households Face 6.5% Rise in TasNetworks Network Charges from July

14 Oct 2026 · Devonport

North-West Tasmanian households, including those in Devonport, will see an increase in the network component of their power bills from July 1, 2026.

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Mersey Valley Households Eye Modest Returns from Virtual Power Plant Trials

7 Oct 2026 · Latrobe

Local homes with batteries can join Aurora Energy's VPP program, contributing to grid stability for a modest annual payment.

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North-West Councils Power Up with Solar, EV Chargers, and Community Batteries

30 Sept 2026 · Latrobe, Devonport

Devonport leads local councils in renewable energy adoption, while community battery trials extend benefits across the North-West.

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Devonport Households Face 4.23% Rise in Aurora Energy Standing Offer Prices

23 Sept 2026 · Devonport

Residential electricity bills in Devonport and across North-West Tasmania have seen an average increase of 4.23% since July 1, 2026.

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Wesley Vale AI Factory Plans Spark Local Grid, Water Use Debate

16 Sept 2026 · Wesley Vale, George Town

Latrobe Council is set to vote on Firmus AI's proposed Wesley Vale data centre amidst community concerns over energy and water demands.