Category Archives: Cost Blowout

Plug pulled on smart meter plan

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Paul Austin: THE state government has temporarily pulled the plug on Victoria’s $2 billion smart energy meter program. Energy Minister Peter Batchelor last night announced an indefinite moratorium on the rollout of the new technology to every home across the state … Continue reading →

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Electricity smart meters may be suspended | Herald Sun

Posted on January 4, 2011 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

THE State Government may suspend the installation of electricity smart meters while it reviews the embattled major project. Prabath Gamage from Broadmeadows with his smart meter. Picture: Craig Borrow Herald Sun Energy Minister Michael O’Brien will this month seek details … Continue reading →

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