Posted by: 3AW Radio | 15 August, 2011 – 1:01 PM
The State Government has defended the smart metre distribution companies, claiming they are respecting the wishes of home owners.
There are reports from callers over the weekend and on Neil Mitchell’s program that meters are being installed without consent of property owners.
It’s despite the Government saying everyone has the right to reject installation while the scheme under review.
Energy Minister Michael O’Brien says the distribution companies have agreed to these terms, and is surprised by reports of rogue installers.