Smart Meter Public Demonstration on Channel 9 News

Posted on May 6, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Well done to everyone who supported the rally on Sunday.

Here’s the coverage we received on Channel 9 News –

See also this photo from the day – http://www.flickr.com/photos/77983548@N05/7147761035/

Related post: Smart Meter Public Demonstration.

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Confusion being generated by the Wireless Communications industry.

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

The confusion being generated by the wireless communications industry is no different from the confusion that the tobacco industry generated for forty years. The question is: are you and your loved ones going to fall for it? How many of the people you know and love are going to contribute to the statistics that finally prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that wireless technology is dangerous? – when these statistics are finally gathered. And, will it be too late for many? Hopefully not many, but they will be someone’s loved ones. Please help get the information out, most news media isn’t.

The following article is recommended reading for every household with a mobile phone or wireless technology. Our smart meters are using wireless technology, just like many other appliances in modern day homes. To read the article see http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/news/a-close-call-why-the-jury-is-still-out-on-mobile-phones-7670543.html

Further interesting articles at www.electricalpollution.com

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Not-so-smart meters costly | Herald Sun

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

HOUSEHOLDS FACE EXTRA SMART METER CHARGES OVER THE NEXT FOUR YEARS. HERALD SUN

HOUSEHOLDS could be slugged up to $45 extra in smart meter charges over the next four years as a major distributor fights to claw back technology costs.

SP AusNet, which services Melbourne’s eastern suburbs and the state’s east and northeast, has overcome a legal roadblock that had prevented the $100 million grab. It comes on top of $300 million in charges already approved.

Read more via Not-so-smart meters costly | Herald Sun.

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Unable to sleep soundly

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Since the smart meter was installed (just above my bed head) I have been unable to sleep soundly leaving me tired, lethargic, listless and unable to work to my full capabilities. I want the bloody thing removed before I suffer any more physical side effects from it. I had never experienced any sleep issues prior to this device being installed. What can an individual do to get this removed and the old meter re-installed?

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Facebook Event: Join the Smart Meter Public Demonstration May 6th

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

https://www.facebook.com/events/420104574680239/

Smart Meter Public Demonstration.

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Meter just appeared!

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

I went to my meter box yesterday, I live in rural Drouin west in Victoria, and found a box inside which has no resemblance to the meter which was there not so long ago. No one sent me anything, asked me whether I wanted it, it just appeared and I don’t know how. I palliatively look after my nearly 90 year old dad and have no idea who came and when to install this. No one sent a notification or knocked on the door and we are ALWAYS here – and then I had a notification from Origin energy that my fortnighty direct debit payment of $100 would increase to $702.00 – they must be mad. We are a household of three people with only lights, a couple of televisions, rarely use a dryer, have a wood burning stove for heating and the usual electric hotplates and oven. My pension – carers – doesn’t even come to $702 per fortnight – what recourse do I have – surely there must be a mistake and can I get it taken out. I don’t want it but have read that it is compulsory in victoria. I had an electrician out last week to install some new power points and when I rang him he said he didn’t notice if it was a smart meter in the box???? – I was wondering whether he installed it when he was here. He said not.

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I do not consent….

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

I received my first letter from Powercor to say they would be installing the smart meter at my property. I immediately sent off a letter saying that I did not consent and that it takes two parties to make a contract and as I was not consenting the contract would not be valid. I also rang Powercor and spoke to [a customer service representative] who immediately tried to talk over me and bully me into giving in. I kept repeating the above, I am not consenting, it takes consent from both parties to make a contract valid and I am not consenting, over and over and over again. He was adamant that I had to have the smart meter. I said that the company was to use its best endeavours to have the project completed by end of 2013 and it was not mandated to bully customers into having a smart meter. [The customer service representative] protested obviously. I sent off a letter to Powercor and received a response. So I sent off a second letter enclosing a prohibition notice as did my neighbour. My neighbour has received a response trying to bully him into the smart meter but I have not as yet. They were going to be in my area between end of March and 5th April. So it shall remain to be seen as to whether they come back or not. They saw my neighbours notice on the meter box and immediately walked away so ……..

Sharon

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Letter addressed to state Liberal Party delegates

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

A letter addressed to state Liberal Party delegates about smart meters was distributed at the Victorian State Liberal Party conference on the weekend.

The letter was well received with many delegates indicating they were also against smart meters and had serious concerns. One delegate even mentioned she had her meter box locked up to prevent installation.

The letter requested delegates to appeal to Premier Baillieu and Minister O’Brien to implement measures to immediately halt to the so-called ‘mandatory’ rollout of smart meters.

There seems to be a clear divergence of views about smart meters between ordinary Liberal members and the Party leadership. Let us hope the Liberal Party leadership will not only start listening to their Victorian constituents, but also to their party members!!

A copy of the letter can be downloaded at: SKMBT_C45112042716500.pdf

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Have we found their achilles heel?

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Thanks to the Ex Facie post on March 22nd on this site. I sent a similar letter which I posted on this site, and I am as yet to receive a reply.

But I find it really interesting that the people in our area who have used the “NO Trespass” signs at the entry to their property and on their locked meter boxes, are being bypassed.

Then yesterday a friend showed me a letter they had received in reply to the “no harassment or coercion” letter (shown on this site) which they had sent.

The reply from the Power Company reads as follows, “We ask that you continue to respect our people as they go about their work, and that any “trespass” or “do not install” signage and any unregistered locks or devices on the meter housing are removed for installation.”
It then suggests contacting their consumer service centre and states “We are committed to working with consumers to allay concerns and resolve any issues you may have.”

Well everyone this tells me the “no trespass” and “no consent to install” signs are a must – I have them as well as my box locked with windows for meter reading. My signs have all been photographed in place as has my meter box. I am also considering now taking my photos to the Police station for witnessing and date stamping.

THERE WILL BE NO SMART METER INSTALLED AT MY PROPERTY, as there is no way they can allay my issues and concerns. I already have electrical issues with my heart and a tumour on my brain, so they will NEVER convince me that EMR is something I can live with in my home.

I SUGGEST IF YOU DON’T HAVE THE SIGNS UP AND HAVEN’T SENT THE “NO CONSENT” LETTERS, you may now choose to do so.

I also find it really interesting that the letters from the Power Companies are changing tact from “confrontational and threatening” to “we ask”.

Have we found an Achilles heel? Are they now trying to change the laws and constitution behind the scenes via a stealth approach as they did with the whole AMI smart meter program.

Well I hope they are ready for a huge number of people who are prepared to stand up for their rights to a level that they have never done so before. I AM.

I understand that Contract law requires CONSENT

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We have a democracy worth fighting for

Posted on April 29, 2012 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Since going public with my story of how the roll-out of smartmeters in my area has affected my health and my life, I have been contacted by and have heard and read of a number of people who state that they are experiencing similar symptoms. As a result, some have had to leave their jobs, consider relocating; in short, their lives are ruined.

As I walk through suburban streets, I see signs and padlocks on meter boxes, a testament of a state at war – the government and the energy companies versus the people of Victoria.
My impression is that the majority of Victorians do not want smartmeters, for a variety of reasons. Some, like myself, have suffered disabling symptoms from their radio transmissions, others have no immediate symptoms, but worry about the longterm health effects on themselves and their families; pregnant women have no idea of what it will do to their developing baby.

Smartmeters are being forced on the people of Victoria, initially with subterfuge, as at no stage has there been consultation or even information on these devices, now with threats and intimidation. There is no concrete proof of any benefit to taxpayers.

A wonderful state has been turned into a nightmarish place, from which some people have no choice but to try to escape. In front of our very eyes, the values most of us hold as ‘sacred’ are being eroded. They are the principles of democracy – each person has rights and has a voice – and of freedom – the freedom to pursue health and happiness.

Generations before us have built a civilization fron scratch, have fought wars and lost lives to defend it. We are the lucky ones who have benefited from it. We are rightly proud of our civilized society, but cannot take it for granted. The state of Victoria belongs to all of us, not just to Ted Baillieu, Michael O’Brien and the energy companies.

I suggest it is time to speak out, sign the petition on this website and get your friends to do so also, bombard the Premier and other ministers with polite, yet direct letters. It is time to awake from dangerous apathy, we have a democracy worth fighting for.

Federica

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