Origin 'named and shamed' for failing to pass on lower electricity prices (opens original article in a new tab)

Queensland's treasurer criticized Origin Energy for raising power prices despite lower benchmark rates, directing state-controlled retailers to pass on savings to customers.

• Queensland's treasurer named and shamed Origin Energy for increasing power prices despite falling benchmark electricity prices.
• The AER's new pricing structure could lower household electricity bills by up to 7.2% in south-east Queensland.
• Ergon was directed to pass on savings to regional customers, up to 6.9% for households and 8.1% for businesses.