涨幅高达15%！澳又一电力零售商涨价，近50万人要多掏$330/年

Core Viewpoint - The recent 15% price increase by Snowy Hydro's Red Energy in New South Wales (NSW) is the highest among major suppliers, significantly impacting nearly 500,000 customers with an average annual bill increase of 330 AUD, which offsets the federal government's rebate for 2025-26 [1][3][4]. Price Increase Details - Red Energy's price hike of 15% surpasses AGL's increase of 13.5%, indicating that NSW is facing the most severe impact in the latest round of electricity price hikes [1][4]. - The increase will negate the federal government's planned rebate of 150 AUD for 2025-26, which has been reduced from the previous year's 300 AUD [1][3]. Customer Impact - Many customers are expected to see their annual bills rise by 1,000 AUD compared to 2021, despite previous promises from the government to reduce electricity costs by 275 AUD by 2025 [3]. - The NSW government has also reduced state subsidies, with low-income household rebates decreasing from 350 AUD to 285 AUD for 2025-26 [3]. Competitor Price Changes - Other electricity providers have also raised their prices, with AGL increasing by 13.5%, Alinta by 11.5%, Origin by 9.1%, and EnergyAustralia by 8.7% [4]. - The price increases in NSW are attributed to higher network costs and additional investments in renewable energy infrastructure [4]. Customer Reactions - Customers have expressed anger over the price increase, with some indicating they will switch suppliers due to dissatisfaction with Red Energy's decision [5][6].