Tag Archives: Smart meter

Is the Tasmanian Government telling us the real facts about a Tasmanian smart meter rollout? – Tasmanian Times

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

On 26 May 2013, an inaugural public information meeting was held in Hobart about the proposed Tasmanian Government’s introduction of a smart electricity grid throughout the state. Ref: http://tasmaniantimes.com/index.php?/pr-article/public-meeting-on-smart-meters/ Central to the government’s proposal is the replacement of the existing analogue … Continue reading →

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Reciprocal Buck Passing – No Care, No Accountability and No Responsibility

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Are you aware of the extent of the financial fiasco concerning Victoria’s smart meter roll-out? Victoria’s gargantuan smart meter roll-out, with costs to consumers of over 2.4 billion dollars and still counting, appears to have started life under a cloud.  … Continue reading →

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Queensland avoids smart meter mandate

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

New discussion paper cites Victorian smart meter debacle, says advanced electricity meter roll out must be ‘customer-driven’ A report issued by the Queensland government advocates avoiding a mandated rollout of advanced electricity meters, such as smart meters, citing the much-criticised … Continue reading →

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UPDATE – Smart Meters and the Federal Election – Where do candidates and parties stand?

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Stop Smart Meters Australia and Citizens Advocating for a Safe Environment have received the following responses from candidates and political parties regarding the forced installation of smart meters in Victoria. (See beneath table for further responses from candidates). Katter’s Australian … Continue reading →

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Smart Meters and the Federal Election – Where do candidates and parties stand?

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Stop Smart Meters Australia and Citizens Advocating for a Safe Environment have received the following responses from candidates and political parties regarding the forced installation of smart meters in Victoria.   Katter’s Australian Party Rob Danieli, Katter’s Australian Party lead Senate … Continue reading →

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Power company tactics reduce anti-smart meter customers to tears in rollout

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

SMART meter rebels have accused power companies of dirty tricks and disconnection threats as the statewide rollout continues. Anti-smart meter campaigner Sonja Rutherford said tearful customers were reporting “bullying” and “stalking” tactics. One was allegedly told she “would have to … Continue reading →

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Letter of the Week

Posted on August 28, 2013 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Gerhard is offering United Energy lessons in the meaning of some simple English words such as “No”. Have a read of Gerhard’s letter, we are sure you will enjoy! Letter to United Energy

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Petition Hon Nicholas Kotsiras

Posted on August 25, 2013 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

“Government & Power Companies: People are being forced from their homes. Give us a choice to remove & refuse the smart meter In a country such as Australia you expect to feel safe in your home, you expect the Government … Continue reading →

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Northcote resident says smart meter caused her tinnitus

Posted on August 14, 2013 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

A Northcote woman, who wishes to remain anonymous, believes the smart meter installed on the front of her home has caused her to suffer tinnitus. She says her pleas to an ­electricity provider to get rid of the smart meter … Continue reading →

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Stop Exposing Children to WiFi and 3G in our schools

Posted on August 12, 2013 by Stop Smart Meters Australia

Wireless RF emissions from smart meters are not the only concern parents have for their developing children. Schools, libraries and other public places are rolling out wireless networks without any consideration for the long term consequences that RF may have … Continue reading →

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