Category Archives: Smart Meter

Couple forced to sleep in their car because of electricity meter health fears | Herald Sun

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

A MELBOURNE couple who have slept in their car for almost six months say they have been forced from their home because of debilitating health problems suffered since the installation of their new electricity meter. But, as the State Government … Continue reading →

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There’s no law that smart meters are compulsory – Bendigo Advertiser

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Many people believe that they are compelled by Victorian state law to allow smart meters to be installed in their homes. There is no such law. Victorian state law makes it compulsory for the five electricity distributors to “use their … Continue reading →

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Meter Victory – Nine News

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Related article: http://www.moreland.vic.gov.au/about-council/news-media/news-and-notices/smart-meters-proposal.html

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Concerned about these smart meters because of the health & safety issues!

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

I have been very concerned about these smart meters because of the health issues and other safety issues. We have a bidirectional meter which we had to install when we put in solar in January. They were going to install it … Continue reading →

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Meter campaigner not convinced by debate | The Weekly Advertiser

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

By DEAN LAWSON Outspoken Wimmera anti-Smart Meters campaigner Di Bell believes months of in-depth discussion and debate has failed to unearth any convincing argument that the new household electrical devices are harmless. Mrs Bell said despite extensive community lobbying, questions … Continue reading →

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Democratic Labor Party (DLP) – First Australian Political Party to oppose smart meters

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Prompted by the resignation from parliament of former deputy premier Rob Hulls, a by-election is being held on Saturday 24 March in the state seat of Niddrie. Stop Smart Meters Australia members in the Niddrie electorate have informed stopsmartmeters.com.au that … Continue reading →

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Utility access to household appliances!

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

If anyone is in any doubt as to whether there are plans to control our individual appliances via Smart Meters……..read on (Comment Stop Smart meters Australia) Article from: Western Power | Business Excellence Magazine Western Power brings electricity to Australia’s fastest … Continue reading →

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High-tech eyesores blot suburban landscapes | Herald Sun

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

HUGE smart-meter towers being built in parts of Melbourne are distressing residents and councils powerless to stop them. Electricity company SP AusNet, which insists radio frequencies emitted from the structures are safe, has constructed eight “monopoles” 30-40m high. More sites … Continue reading →

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Moreland Council calls for smart-meter halt – Moreland Leader

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

MORELAND Council has backed a residents’ fight against smart meters. At last night’s meeting the council voted to write to Energy Minister Michael O’Brien requesting he order power distributor Jemena to stop installing the meters until the government had investigated … Continue reading →

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Smart meter fire risks? – Today Tonight

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

The installation of smart meters is compulsory in hundreds of thousands of homes across the country, but there are real concerns about their safety. With worries that they can blow a fuse and even explode, putting homes at risk, a … Continue reading →

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