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Reminder: Changes to Ancillary Network Service Fees FY 2026

What is happening?

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has approved Essential Energy’s annual regulatory price change for Ancillary Network Services from 1 July 2026.

As an Accredited Service Provider (ASP), Authorised Person (AUP) or Electrical Contractor (EC), please use the new/modified charges applicable to the services you provide when preparing quotations for work to be undertaken after 30 June 2026.

To help you understand these services we have provided the Ancillary Network Services 2026-27 Ancillary Network Services ASP Change Overview document that outlines the changes in services and pricing structures. This item can be downloaded from Essential Energy’s Essential Engagement.

What do you need to do?

  1. Review the Price Schedule for Ancillary Network Services - 1 July 2026 available on the Essential Energy website.
  2. Accredited Service Providers and Electrical Contractors should consider pricing changes when preparing quotations for customers regarding future work.
  3. Communicate this information to relevant members of your organisation.

Further Information

If you need further information, please email aspinfo@essentialenergy.com.au.